National Stuttering Association 43rd Annual Conference 2026 – Charlotte

Three and a half days of workshops, connection, and community at the largest gathering of people who stutter in the US.

Join hundreds of people who stutter, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), researchers, families, and allies at the National Stuttering Association’s 43rd Annual Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Each year, hundreds of people attend the NSA Conference to connect with others who truly understand the experience of stuttering.

For many attendees, this is the first place they feel fully comfortable using their voice.

What Makes the NSA Conference Special:

At most places in the world, people who stutter are the minority.

At this conference, people who stutter are the majority.

There is no pressure to speak a certain way.
You choose how you engage.

Many first-time attendees leave saying:

"I wish I had come sooner."

What You’ll Experience:

✔ 80+ workshops and discussion groups
✔ Programming for adults, teens, children, and families
✔ Professional development for speech-language pathologists
✔ Research presentations and community speakers
✔ Social events and evening activities
✔ The Conference Banquet included with Full Registration

You’ll leave with new knowledge, new friendships, and a renewed sense of confidence.

Who Should Attend:

This conference is for:

• People who stutter of all ages
• Parents of children who stutter
• Teens and young adults who stutter
• Speech-language pathologists (SLPs)
• Researchers and educators
• Anyone who wants to better understand stuttering

Conference Highlights:

Included with Full Registration:

• Stutter Slam
• Conference Banquet

Optional add-on events:

• Karaoke Night
• Bingo Night
• Trivia Night
• Bowling Night
• Optional Charlotte tours and experiences

First-Time Attendees

If this is your first NSA Conference, you are not alone.

You do not need to know anyone.
You will not be required to speak.
You are welcome exactly as you are.

Many people say attending the NSA Conference changed how they see themselves and their relationship with stuttering.

Location

The Westin Charlotte
601 South College Street
Charlotte, NC 28202

Located in Uptown Charlotte with walkable dining, entertainment, and light rail access.

Hotel rate: $189 per night plus tax

NSA discounted hotel rates are available through June 6, 2026.

Scholarships Available

Financial assistance is available to help individuals and families attend the conference.

Details and applications are available at:

westutter.org

Join Us in Charlotte

If you are ready for connection, education, and community, this is where you belong.

We look forward to welcoming you in July 2026.

Never Stutter Alone.

Ticket Pricing Transparency

Your ticket directly supports the National Stuttering Association and helps make this conference possible.

We use Eventbrite as our registration platform because it provides a secure, reliable, and easy way to manage tickets, payments, and event details — helping ensure a smooth experience for all attendees.

At checkout, a small processing fee will be added by Eventbrite. This fee goes directly to Eventbrite for payment processing and platform use — the NSA does not receive any portion of it.

We choose to show this separately so you can clearly see what supports the NSA and what covers processing, with no hidden costs.

Conference Terms & Liability Waiver

To help create a safe, respectful, and supportive experience for everyone, all attendees are asked to review and agree to our conference terms.

These include important information about participation, safety, media use, and community guidelines.

By registering for the NSA Annual Conference, you agree to these terms.

Read the full Conference Terms & Liability Waiver