What support does ASC offer adolescents?

The Action for Stammering Children community is both for and about the young people we seek to support. By getting involved with us, young people can connect with others, access support and resources, and work with us to create a more inclusive society. Here are some of the ways that we support teenagers and older adolescents:

Access: opening doors to expertise

In partnership with leading organisations across the sector, we fund places on therapy courses, provide bursaries and run a 1:1 career mentoring programme – helping young people grow confidence, build connections and set their own path towards their future.

• Talking Out Stammering Residentials (11 - 18 yr olds): Described by a number of participants as ‘life-changing’, we’re proud to fully fund courses for young people who stammer, delivered by non-profit speech and language therapy service, Talking Out Ltd. These in-person and online courses help young people to build confidence, grow resilience and connect with others who understand what it’s like to stammer.
• ASC Mentoring Scheme (18 - 25 yr olds): Our one-of-a-kind mentoring scheme, run in partnership with Sam Simpson of Redefining Stammering, matches young people with mentors from their chosen fields who also stammer. People who’ve been there and who really get it. Together, they explore real-world strategies, build confidence and develop practical tools for navigating the world of work.

Connection: Community Programmes

Children and young people who stammer can often feel isolated. But no one should have to face these challenges alone. Sometimes, connecting with someone in a similar situation can make a world of difference.

• Our Stambassadors Network is made up of inspiring professionals who have experience of stammering. They raise awareness of what it’s really like to stammer, helping to challenge stigmas and break down barriers in the workplace. Browse our Stambassador video interviews for inspiration and insight into pursuing a particular career, industry or sector.
• Join the Youth Panel - The ASC Youth Panel brings together young people aged 15–25 who stammer. It’s a place to connect and share experiences with others who have similar experiences. The panel also plays a key
  role in shaping our organisational strategy and advocacy work, ensuring the experiences of those who stammer are heard where it matters most.

Support: Information & resources

• Stammering Support Hub - Our Stammering Support Hub is designed to cater to the unique needs of young people who stammer, their families and the professional communities who support them. Through 24/7 online support, we provide clear and accessible information on a range of topics. Direct your teen towards our FAQs for young people, drop us a direct message over socials or chat with us via the StammerBot.
• They could take a look at our Support for Young People website pages, which include Top Tips, links to our Stambassador interviews, resources and more. 
  
  

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