International Stammering Awareness Day

International Stammering Awareness Day takes place on 22 October 2026, raising awareness of stammering and championing acceptance for people who stammer.

When is International Stammering Awareness Day?

International Stammering Awareness Day is held in October (October 22). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.

Why International Stammering Awareness Day matters

Stammering is widely misunderstood, and many people who stammer face stigma when they speak. The day promotes patience, understanding and a world that listens without judgement. Explore community support volunteering.

How to get involved in International Stammering Awareness Day

There are three simple ways to make International Stammering Awareness Day count:

• Volunteer — volunteer with a stammering or speech charity supporting children and adults who stammer. Browse opportunities.
• Fundraise — fundraise for a cause that helps people who stammer find confidence and support.
• Raise awareness — be a patient listener, challenge stigma and share what stammering really is.

International Stammering Awareness Day volunteering opportunities

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