The Stuttering Association for the Young

Exciting news! 🔔Our Confident Voices program will soon open for enrollment! This in-person creative arts program in Manhattan is a vibrant space where young people who stutter, ages 8-18, can express their unique and extraordinary ideas. Guided by our expert Teaching Artists and musicians, participants will explore various creative forms—including music, visual art, movement, poetry, creative writing, and more. 🎨🎶📝 Together, they’ll collaborate in small groups to create and polish original pieces. We’re gearing up for an incredible fall season and can’t wait to get back into the studio!
Know a young person who stutters and might benefit from this program? Share this with them and learn more here: https://say.org/programs/

Meet Nina Reeves, our incredible guest speaker for the upcoming SAY Parents & Caregivers Group on Monday, September 9th at 8pm ET! 🗓️
Nina is a board-certified specialist in fluency differences with decades of experience in the stuttering support community. As co-owner of , she’s dedicated to empowering young people who stutter through innovative therapy and resources. 📚✏️ Nina is also an accomplished author and presenter, known for her expertise in helping children, adolescents, and young adults navigate their stuttering journey.
Join us for this special ‘Back to School’ themed session, where Nina will share her wealth of knowledge to help you support your child’s success in school and beyond. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3RColN5

Teams Day at was incredible! Our campers gave it their all, bringing fierce determination, teamwork, and that unstoppable Camp SAY energy as they went head-to-head with our staff and counselors in a fun-filled day of sports and games. ⚽️🥳✨🏕️
But the real magic? Seeing our campers cheer each other on, lift each other up, and celebrate every moment together. That’s the heart of Camp SAY!

🗓️Join us on Monday, September 9th at 8pm ET for our FREE monthly online parents' and caregivers' group! We're thrilled to welcome renowned speech therapist Nina Reeves as our special guest for a special "Back to School" themed meeting. ✏️📚 We'll discuss navigating school transitions, overcoming barriers, and empowering your child in both school and social settings. Don't miss this chance to learn, share, and strengthen your role as an advocate and support system. We can't wait to see you there! RSVP Here: https://bit.ly/3RColN5

About Nina: Nina Reeves is a board-certified specialist in fluency differences and co-owner of Stuttering Therapy Resources, Inc She specializes in stuttering therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults. Nina is an author of clinical materials and presenter of professional development workshops for speech-language pathologists. Nina also has decades of experience in the stuttering support community.

Week two at is buzzing with energy! Our campers are sharing their voices, embarking on adventures, and embracing each day with courage 🏕️✨💙
Catch all the fun here: https://campsay.tumblr.com/

🎳✨ Ready, set, bowl! Join us on Oct. 21st for Paul Rudd's 11th Annual All-Star Bowling Benefit! Get ready for an unforgettable night of bowling fun! Enjoy a cocktail reception, delicious food and drinks, special performances, and amazing surprises! 🎉
All proceeds will help SAY provide vital & transformative programs for young people who stutter. Don't miss this spectacular evening of bowling fun with Paul Rudd & celebrity friends. Past guests included Brandon Victor Dixon, Rachel Dratch, Heidi Gardner, Mariska Hargitay, Peter Hermann, Christopher Jackson, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Kelli O'Hara, Orfeh, Anthony Rapp & many more!
📅 October 21, 2024
🕖 7 PM
📍 Bowlero Chelsea Piers
Get your tickets here: https://say.org/ruddbowling/

It's , and we have some true gems to share! 🌟 Take a look at the early days when the magic all began. ✨📸
Photo #1 - SAY Founder Taro Alexander and Founding Musical Director Everett Bradley with the original 7 SAY participants: Lidia, Lindsay, David, Yoni, Linda, Donny, and Corom. Without the OG 7 in 2001, there would be no SAY!
Photo #2 - Founding Musical Director Everett Bradley writing a song with Lindsay and David in 2001, the year SAY was founded.
Photo #3 - Kelli O'Hara performing at a SAY Gala back in the day with SAY participants Keith and Andre.
Photo #4 - SAY participants Corom and Jonathan backstage before a show (circa 2003)
Photo #5 - SAY participant Eddie rehearsing a song a loooong time ago.
Photo #6 - SAY participants Michelle, Julianna, Victoria, and Michael rehearsing at our old studio on West 54th Street in NYC.

Are you a SLP passionate about working with people who stutter? Or are you new to stuttering therapy and eager to learn more? Join SAY's FREE bi-monthly virtual peer mentorship group, "Intervision." Our next meeting is August 16th!

SLPs share and learn via Zoom with case presentations and breakout discussions. Earn 1 PDH! Hosted by Brooke Edwards MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-SCF. Contact [email protected] for info. Grad students can volunteer to observe and help! Register here: https://bit.ly/4fpZu9g

Wondering if your child is truly stuttering? Here are some signs:
🔍 Repeating sounds/syllables (ba-ba-baseball, I-I-I)
🔍 Physical tension (blinking, nodding, moving limbs)
🔍 Awareness/frustration with disfluencies
🔍 Ongoing for 6+ months
🔍 Family history of stuttering
Early support is crucial! SAY believes in the power of community, self-acceptance, and confidence. Let's move beyond "wait and see" and provide the support kids need.
Contact Brooke Edwards MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-SCF at [email protected] or visit www.say.org for more info.

🗓️ Join us on Monday, August 5th at 8pm ET for our FREE monthly online parents' and caregivers' group!

We're thrilled to welcome the incredible Tim Flynn as our special guest. Tim is not only a person who stutters but also a dedicated speech pathologist at Arlington Public Schools and the owner of Forward Steps Therapy.

This session is a unique opportunity to learn and grow as allies with insights from adults who stutter, other parents, and speech pathologists. Gain confidence in navigating stuttering-related challenges, celebrate your child's successes, and connect with other parents and families, some of whom may be local to you!
RSVP Here: https://bit.ly/3RColN5

Words can hardly capture the incredible energy at our One-Act Project performances ✨ Our participants JP, D'Amari, and Nathaneal crafted original pieces that were nothing short of remarkable. These inspiring teens who stutter not only wrote and directed their works but also guided professional actors to bring their visions to life. They seized their moment, shared their stories, and left us immensely proud. A heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who dedicated their time and support, and to all who attended.

This summer, SAY will underwrite over $500,000 in program costs so ANY child who stutters can join our community, regardless of financial situation. We need your support to keep teaching kids to love their voices, believe in themselves, and follow their dreams. YOU have the power to show a child that stuttering doesn't hold them back.

June 30 marked the end of Noah’s extraordinary tenure as Executive Director and the beginning of his new role as SAY Board member, supporter, and cheerleader. Noah leaves a legacy of love, and we continue this impactful work with pride.

💙 DONATE so we can keep saying yes. Make it possible for another child to love themselves. Donate at https://say.org/donate/
Any contribution helps change a life.

🎭✨ SAY proudly presents the One Act Project Performances! Join us in celebrating the culmination of our Confident Voices project, featuring ORIGINAL one-act plays written and directed by teens who stutter and performed by professional actors.
📅 Showtimes: Friday, July 12 and Saturday, July 13 at 7pm
📍Where: Playwrights Horizons | Peter Jay Sharp Theater (4th floor) 416 W 42nd St, floor 4.
This event is FREE and open to the public!
RSVP Here: bit.ly/3VIyNDR

🗓️ Join us Monday, July 1st at 8pm ET for our FREE monthly online parents' and caregivers' group. Learn and grow as allies with insights from adults who stutter, other parents, and speech pathologists. Gain confidence in navigating stuttering-related challenges and celebrate your child's successes. You'll have a chance to connect with other parents and families, some of whom may be local to you!
✨ This month's special guest: SAY's Development Manager, Kate Detrick!
RSVP Here: https://bit.ly/3RColN5

We are still buzzing with joy and admiration from SAY's Confident Voices Spring Show this past weekend! 🥳💙 Our incredible participants, guided by our dedicated Teaching Artists, wrote and performed original pieces that truly blew us away! And on an off-Broadway stage!! Thank you to all the families, alumni, teachers, and supporters who showed up for our participants, and to the crew that made this production possible. What an amazing way to return to the theater and set the tone for the summer season. We can't wait to keep this momentum going!
Photos by Mike Chiodo

Join the team at Camp SAY! 📢🏕️ If you're passionate about supporting young people who stutter in a fun outdoor environment, we want YOU on our team! Make a positive impact by creating a space where kids and teens can speak freely.
📅 Camp SAY: July 27 - August 18, 2024
📍 Barryville, NY
💼 Competitive pay, housing, and meals provided
Positions: Bunk Counselor, Office & Support Staff, Teaching Artists, Photographer, and more!
Apply now: https://www.campsay.org/employment/

TODAY is the day! Join us in celebrating the creativity and voices of young people who stutter at SAY's Confident Voices Spring Show! 🎤🎨
📅 When: Friday, June 14th at 7pm and Saturday, June 15th at 4pm
📍 Where: Five Angels Theater | 52nd Street Project (2nd Floor) 789 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019
Free RSVP Here: https://bit.ly/3KGwUCC

LAST CHANCE! George Springer's Bowling Benefit for SAY and Jays Care this Sunday 6/2 at The Ballroom Bowl in Toronto - TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED BY THURSDAY 5/30 3pm EST! An amazing opportunity to support young people, and hang with some George and some Toronto Blue Jays!
Tickets available here: https://www.jayscaredonate.com/event/george-springers-bowling-benefit-presented-by-td/e582977