Have you always wanted to debate but thought you couldn’t or were afraid of how the pressure would affect your speech? Want to test your wings? This workshop provides an opportunity for you to argue a point in a safe and supportive environment. Turns will be short, action-packed, and fun! Will you be pro or con?...
Participants will get to:
- take pleasure in arguing a point of view they may agree or disagree with in a supportive setting with friendly competition.
- think quickly on their feet, focusing on persuasive points instead of on stuttering.
- observe and learn from others arguing their points and using different styles.
- practice active listening; and
- let go and have fun!
About the presenters
Carla Di Domenicantonio
Carla Di Domenicantonio was reminded about the impact of self-talk during last year’s conference when self-talk statements were used as part of a workshop she co-led. The positive and enthusiastic response from participants prompted the promise to offer a workshop on self-talk at the 2026 conference.
David Liu
David is a person who stutters. He recently graduated from Western University in London, Ontario and is currently a medical student at Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario.
Rawan Aldaqes
Rawan Aldaqes is a CSA volunteer, Speech-Language Assistant, and former Toastmaster's member passionately working and learning from people who stutter. Rawan is excited to present the debate workshop with fun topics to argue, laugh, and STUTTER together!