Community resources

Community resources

Build your own stammering community

Guides and templates to help you set up and run an engaging, fun, safe and supportive group. One that brings people who stammer together.

We're here to support you every step of the way. Contact us at communities@stamma.org for further help.

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Setting Up A Group: First Steps

Things to consider that will help get your group idea off the ground.
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Practise Phone Calls

Support your members in building confidence using the telephone.
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Facilitate Interview Practise

Help your members build confidence for job interviews.
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Find The Right Words: Editorial Guidelines

Tips for the language to use around stammering.
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Media Interview Guidance

The media is interested in speaking to you?! We've got help…
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Name Introduction Exercise

Facilitating sessions to practise saying your name and making introductions.
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Running a support-focused group

Tips for leading supportive discussions in a group setting.
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Ice breakers for in-person meetings

Stammering-friendly ice breaker suggestions to get members talking.
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Set Rules For Your Meetings

How to set ground rules to ensure respectful and effective meetings.
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Core Standards For STAMMA Communities

Lay the groundwork for fun, safe and successful meetings.
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Speaking Circles

Help your members practise speaking confidently in an uninterrupted space.
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Ice breakers for online meetings

Stammering-friendly ice breaker suggestions to get members talking online.
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