We're recruiting young participants (ages 7-16) for this research. Your voice could help us improve support for children who stammer. For more information:https://actionforstammeringchildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ASC_Research-Recruitment-Request_Zhixing-YANG-Form_updated.pdf

This research survey aims to develop a better understanding of how early years settings currently support young children who stammer, and what resources and support would truly benefit practitioners. ✅ All responses are anonymised actionforstammeringchildren.org/supporting-s...

In collaboration with @davidpintod.bsky.social , we are offering an opportunity for young people (aged 16 -21) to gain an insight into pursuing a career in Public Life. This 2 hour workshop will take place in the UK Parliament in October 2026. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

This research survey aims to develop a better understanding of how schools currently support students who stammer, and identify what additional resources and support would truly benefit educators and learners.✅ 15 minutes✅ All responses are anonymised actionforstammeringchildren.org/share-your-v...

ASC is collaborating with @davidpintod.bsky.social to launch the Careers in Public Life Workshop for young people who stammer (16-21). Interested in a career in politics, lobbying & advocacy, or public service? Read David's full story and apply: buff.ly/zBKCpN3

ASC is collaborating with @DavidPintoD to launch the Careers in Public Life Campaign for young people who stammer (16-21). Interested in Parliament, local councils, advocacy, or public service? Read David's full story and to apply: buff.ly/zBKCpN3

We want to send a massive congratulations to Iain, the founder of 50 Million Voices, who won the Disability Smart Impact Award 2026 in the Leader category last week. Thank you, Iain, for your advocacy and paving the way for a more inclusive future.

We're opening applications for 2 Trustee Board members. While a personal connection to stammering is wonderful, it's not required. What matters most is your enthusiasm, your expertise, & your desire to make a difference. For more information/to apply: actionforstammeringchildren.org/join-the-boa...

ASC is collaborating with @davidpintod.bsky.social to launch the Careers in Public Life Campaign for young people who stammer (16-21). Interested in Parliament, local councils, advocacy, or public service? This opportunity is designed for you! Apply here:https://buff.ly/Fbtr62C

We recently joined colleagues in co-signing a letter to the Prime Minister following the Government's commitment last year to invest in speech and language therapy. Effective therapy better equips children to participate in classroom activities and build confidence in their own communication. @RCSLT

David Pinto-Duschinsky MP spoke in #PMQs to highlight the vital importance of raising awareness and ensuring every child has access to the right support. He also spotlighted the need for equitable employment for adults, ensuring a stammer is never a barrier to a career.

Jessie had the confidence to go on the UK's most popular reality TV game show. Yet she said "Having to tell you my name is one of the biggest tests ever". Do you relate? If you, like her, have a stammer, lots of handy resources are available for you here: support.actionforstammeringchildren.org

"It's rare you see someone on TV speak the way you do... seeing someone be so confident with a stammer was really inspiring..." - William Laven, Stambassador and founder of the podcast Stammer Stories, on Jessie Stride in Traitors Get confident here: support.actionforstammeringchildren.org

This week, we're sharing things you can do to make 2026 a year of kindness for children who stammer. Act of kindness 3: 👩🏻‍🏫 Tell a teacher about ASC's Stammer Awareness Toolkit: actionforstammeringchildren.org/projects/chi... 👨🏻‍🏫 Or if your school is already onboard, retweet this to spread the word...

"I now feel that I shouldn't hide my stammer, and that I should say what I want to say." The Stammer Awareness Toolkit has this effect on children who stammer. 100 schools signed up last year. Could yours be next? More here: buff.ly/VWmGGjo

This week, we're sharing things you can do to make 2026 a year of kindness for children who stammer. Act of kindness 2: 💌 Sign up to get email news from Action for Stammering Children here: mailchi.mp/stammeringch... 📫 Or if you're already subscribed, retweet this...

In 2026, you don't need to run a marathon to make a difference 💙 This week we'll be sharing a series of simple ways you can spread kindness for children who stammer this year. Act of kindness 1: 💬 Retweet this, or 🏷️ Tag friends and family and encourage them to follow us

Teachers - do you have a pupil who stammers in your class? You want to help, but you're not quite sure how. That's exactly why the team at Action for Stammering Children created the Stammer Awareness Toolkit 💙 More here: buff.ly/VWmGGjo

Back to school this week? 🎒 If your child stammers, you might be worried about how they'll get on this term. Here's something that can help: a resource for schools called the Stammer Awareness Toolkit. More here: buff.ly/VWmGGjo #Stammering #BackToSchool

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Move over Spotify... time for ASC wrapped! With your support, from 2024-25: 🔵 Over 8,000 people got help from the Stammering Support Hub 🔵 150 professionals benefitted from the Stammer Awareness Toolkit 🔵 79 young people who stammer had access to therapy + expert support 🔵 We raised over £300k!

Heartfelt thanks to everyone who has helped children who stammer this year. You've helped to ensure that these young people had access to support when it mattered most. We wish you warmth, rest and joy this festive season! Ria and the team at Action for Stammering Children 💛

Christmas can be exciting, but for those who stammer, it can also overwhelm. Big gatherings and pressure to “perform" can take the cheer out of the festive season. If someone you know is feeling anxious about it, check out our Support Hub. 🎄💬 support.actionforstammeringchildren.org/hc/en-gb

💛 Last few hours to double your impact! 💛 Every donation to Action for Stammering Children before noon tomorrow will be matched. We’re so close to our goal of £10,000. Can you help us cover the final £2k or so? That will double the amount raised! Act now: 👉 donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...

Tip Tuesday: Your goals are still yours. Good marks. Great friends. Work you love. Find practical tips the Stammering Support Hub. support.actionforstammeringchildren.org/hc/en-gb #Stammering #TipTuesday #StammeringSupport

Tip Tuesday: Join a stammering peer group. Relief. Understanding. Real-life tips. Confidence. Find more tips on the Stammering Support Hub. support.actionforstammeringchildren.org/hc/en-gb #Stammering #TipTuesday #StammeringSupport

How does anxiety shape childhood stuttering? PhD researcher Zhixing Yang from @ucl explores this question through a social lens — listening beyond speech. 🏆 Her work earned her a Special Commendation from @stammeringchildren at the Oxford Stuttering & Cluttering Research Conference.

Just Listen — a student-led project raising awareness of stammering in schools, launching #ISAD2025! Born from one student’s courage to speak up, it brings together Holderness Academy, Humber NHS & Siobhan Ward. 🗣️ “I felt heard & seen for my differences.” – Laila

It’s #ISAD2025 — a day to celebrate voices & courage. Our #ISADSkydive team — Justice, Juliet & Rob — jumped 13,000+ ft (in 2 different places!) to prove your stammer will never hold you back. Every £ before 26 Oct = doubled. Donate here: buff.ly/fYZp7RJ #ISADSkydive

One team. Three jumps. One message. Justice, Juliet & Rob each jumped from 13,000+ ft to show children who stammer that nothing can hold them back. Justice’s message: “You are not alone.” Every £ donated before 26 Oct is doubled! Donate: buff.ly/fYZp7RJ #ISADSkydive

Watch our brilliant #Stambassador Justice speak with That’s TV Wiltshire about his upcoming #ISAD2025 Skydive! 💙 He’s taking a leap to show that stammering should never hold anyone back. Watch & donate: actionforstammeringchildren.enthuse.com/cf/isad-skyd... #StammeringAwareness