Action for Stammering Children

Introducing the Stammering Awareness Toolkit for Schools! 📢 This comprehensive resource offers senior leadership teams, teachers, and teaching assistants the tools to support children who stammer. Organised into four engaging learning modules with written, audio, and video content, the toolkit covers: 💬 Understanding stammering and its impact 🛠️ Classroom strategies and specialist support 🤝 Promoting stammering awareness and acceptance With one-year access, interactive materials, and practical strategies, the toolkit helps: 🌱 Build staff confidence 🏫 Foster an inclusive school environment Interested in learning more? Register your school's interest now.💡 https://buff.ly/3B38fqn #InclusiveEducation #StammeringAwareness #TeacherTraining #SupportForAll #DiversityInSchools

🌟 Every Voice Matters 🌟 Join us from December 3rd to 10th for the Big Give Challenge, where your donations will be matched to help us transform the lives of children who stammer. 🎥 In this video, our trustee Natalie Carver highlights how your support will help fund: ✅ The Stammering Support Hub—providing practical guidance for families and children. ✅ The Talking Out Residentials—building friendships and confidence among young people who stammer. ✅ The Mentoring Program—empowering young people as they enter the workplace with confidence. Your generosity will directly support these vital programs, ensuring children who stammer know they’re part of a strong, supportive community. 💙 🤝 Donate to the Big Give Challenge and DOUBLE your impact: https://buff.ly/4fpciww #BigGiveChallenge #TransformLives #StammeringCommunity #EveryVoiceMatters

💬 Support Speaking with Confidence Feeling comfortable to share that you stammer and letting others know how they can help creates understanding and inclusivity. Many people want to support but might not know how – a little guidance can make a big difference. 🌟 Tips like this are part of our Support Hub, a resource built to empower those who stammer and the communities around them. ✨ This December, during the Big Give Christmas Challenge, every donation you make will be doubled, helping us continue providing these vital resources. 📅 Mark Your Calendar: Tuesday, 3rd December – let’s create a future where everyone’s voice is heard. 👉 Learn more and support: https://buff.ly/4fpciww #TipTuesday #SupportSpeaking #InclusiveCommunication #BigGive #EmpowerConfidence #SupportASC

Celebrating Stammering Pride Through Art 🎨✨ "Wouldn’t You Rather Talk Like Us?"—an inspiring panel discussion on November 30th, 2024, hosted at City Lit. This one-day event invites the stammering community and allies to explore the empowering intersection of art and stammering-affirming identity construction. Featuring: Paul Aston: Figurative oil painter who challenges societal stigma on stammered speech. Conor Foran: London-based designer exploring disability, creativity, and social change through art. 🗓️ Event Details: 📅 Date: November 30, 2024 🕒 Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM 📍 Location: Keeley Street, City Lit Cultureplex Reserve your spot for this free event here 👉https://buff.ly/4hWjMIW Together, let's celebrate the generative power of art in reshaping perceptions of stammering. #StammeringPride #ArtForChange #InclusivityInArt #DisabilityAdvocacy

Celebrating Me & My Stammer at the Media Trust Gala 🎉 Action for Stammering Children was thrilled to attend the Media Trust Gala to celebrate Me & My Stammer—our award-winning film that shares a powerful story of acceptance and empowerment. Elliott Hall, Natalie, and our CEO Ria proudly represented ASC, showcasing how this inspiring project has helped transform perceptions of stammering. The film continues to make waves, sparking important conversations and creating resources for young people and families nationwide. Help us continue this vital work! From December 3-10, ASC will be part of the Big Give Christmas Challenge, where your donations will be matched to double your impact. Together, we can support even more young people and their families. 🌟 Save the dates ! Donate 👉https://buff.ly/4fpciww #MediaTrustGala #BigGiveChallenge #MeAndMyStammer #StammeringCommunity #InclusionMatters

Empowering Young Voices Through the ASC Youth Panel The ASC Youth Panel is a dynamic group of young people aged 15-25 who stammer, advocating for greater understanding and awareness. They shape our work at ASC by leading projects, running campaigns, and representing us in the media – ensuring everything we do is informed by those we support. At ASC, we provide resources, mentoring, and opportunities for panel members to gain leadership experience and make a lasting impact. This December, through the Big Give Christmas Challenge, your support will help us continue empowering these incredible young advocates. 📅 Save the Date: Tuesday 3rd December – every donation will be matched, doubling your impact. 👉 Learn more about the the Youth Panel and our work: https://buff.ly/3sZkuk8 #YouthEmpowerment #BigGive #SupportASC #StammeringAwareness #LeadershipDevelopment

Tip Tuesday: Creating Inclusive Classroom Environments for Children Who Stammer Did you know? A simple 5-minute class time to share general successes and worries can help children develop self-awareness, build confidence, and strengthen problem-solving skills. 🗣️💡 At Action for Stammering Children, we’re dedicated to supporting educators in creating inclusive spaces for children who stammer. Our Support Hub is full of resources and practical guidance for professionals looking to make a difference. As we gear up for the Big Give Christmas Challenge starting on Tuesday 3rd of December, your support will help us expand these vital resources, ensuring every child feels confident and heard. 📚 Explore our Support Hub: https://buff.ly/47IhQ1d 📅 Save the Date: 3rd of December to double your impact during the Big Give! #TipTuesday #InclusiveClassrooms #BigGive #SupportASC #EmpowerYouth

Save the Date! Big Give Christmas Challenge Starts on Tuesday 3rd December🎉 We’re excited to announce that Action for Stammering Children is taking part in this year’s Big Give Christmas Challenge! Starting on the 3rd of December, every donation will be matched, doubling your impact for young people who stammer. Set a reminder and join us in making a difference! 💙 Support Hub: Practical guidance and signposting to navigate school and careers 💙 Talking Out Residentials: Building confidence and friendships 💙 Career Mentoring: Working towards career goals with a professional who stammers Help us reach more young people and empower them to achieve their dreams. Together, we can make this the best Big Give yet! Mark your calendar for 3rd of December – donate here when it opens: https://buff.ly/4fpciww #BigGive #SaveTheDate #EmpowerYouth #StammeringSupport #DoubleYourImpact

🌟 This Anti-Bullying Week, let’s support children who stammer! 🌟 We’ve launched the Stammer Awareness Toolkit to equip teachers with the knowledge, tools and strategies to promote inclusivity and reduce bullying in schools. Developed by speech and language therapists in consultation with young people, parents/carers and teachers, this e-learning resource aims to empower educators and support them in creating an inclusive classroom environment where every pupil who stammers can thrive. Already, 65 schools are on board - will you join them? 👉 Learn more: https://buff.ly/3Z4QsZw #AntiBullyingWeek #StammerAwareness #Education #Inclusion #ActionForStammeringChildren

Join the Young Person’s Advisory Group (YPAG) to Help Transform Support for Children Who Stammer! Are you 18-25 and ready to make a meaningful impact? The NIHR-funded project, in partnership with Leeds Beckett University, NHS trusts, and Action for Stammering Children, is seeking passionate young adults to join the Young Person’s Advisory Group (YPAG). As part of this innovative team, you’ll help shape the development of an app that supports families of children who stammer, providing crucial feedback, testing features, and helping the project team understand young people’s needs. This is an opportunity to work with experts in healthcare, gain hands-on experience, and enhance your CV with unique professional skills. Why Join? Develop communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills Contribute to a high-impact, NIHR-funded study Enjoy flexible participation and thank-you fees (£25-£150) Don’t miss out on the chance to influence real change. If you’re UK-based and interested in giving children who stammer the support they deserve, apply today 👉 https://buff.ly/40z9pEL #YPAG #StammeringSupport #YouthAdvisory #HealthInnovation #NIHRProject #ImpactfulWork