Join us for Clay Creatures: Shape Your Stutter, a hands-on workshop where children who stutter get to transform their speech into art. Together, we’ll imagine what your stutter might look like if it were an animal—big or small, fierce or friendly—and bring it to life with clay. As you mold your creature, you’ll have the chance to share its story with the group, creating a fun, supportive space to explore self-expression, creativity, and connection.
About the presenters
Rawan Aldaqes
Rawan Aldaqes is a passionate speech therapy assistant who is dedicated to learn from people who stutter about the best ways to support them in a trauma-informed way.
Rawan has been working with children and adults who stutter since 2021, and joined the Canadian Stuttering Association as a volunteer in 2023.
Rawan is looking forward to share a space of growth this year at the annual CSA conference.
Ridwana Miah
Ridwana is a paralegal with an academic background in politics, law, and policy making. As someone who stutters, she actively raises awareness around stuttering through her writing and contributions to International Stuttering Awareness Day (ISAD). She shares personal stories, opinions, and insights that reflect both the challenges and the triumphs of living with a stutter in modern day society. Volunteering with the Canadian Stuttering Association gives her the opportunity to help others connect with and resonate with her experiences. It also allows her to contribute to the organization's many initiatives and discussions aimed at raising awareness and fostering understanding around stuttering.