This news section will help to keep you up to date on the latest research, new resources, upcoming events, and information about our community.
WEBINAR | VOCAL BIOMARKERS
BIOMARKERS: Building the Future of AI-Driven Voice Care Thursday | April 16, 2026 | 5:00 PM EDT Can your voice help unlock better health care?
2026 World Voice Day | Caring for Our Voices!
WHAT IS WORLD VOICE DAY? World Voice Day is an annual awareness event dedicated to recognizing the importance of the human voice and raising awareness
Voices in Design: Raising Awareness for Voice Disorders
Using Design and Words to Increase Visibility and Understanding of Voice Disorders Help bring greater visibility to voice disorders through creative design and meaningful messages.
2026 Advocacy Day
Each year, Dysphonia International collaborates with three other dystonia patient organizations through the Dystonia Advocacy Network (DAN) to raise awareness on Capitol Hill and advocate
Specialized Virtual Support Meetings
Join us for new virtual support meetings, one for individuals newly diagnosed with a voice disorder and one for communication partners.
Remembering Mark Hallett, MD
Remembering Dr. Mark Hallett, a world-renowned researcher and neurologist in the field of movement disorders.
2025 Walk for Talk: Raising Voices, Raising Hope
Join us for the 6th Annual Walk for Talk!
Remembering Bruce A. Menk
Remembering Past President and Board Member Bruce Menk for his many contributions in shaping our organization.
WATCH | Exploring DAXXIFY®
Watch a webinar on Daxxify, a new botulinum toxin being studied for SD.
2024-25 Issue of “Our Voice”
Read the latest issue of “Our Voice” that includes 24 pages of updates on research, information on the organization, helpful tools, and more!
What is Wrong with Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.’s Voice?
If you’ve listened to RFK Jr.’s voice, take a moment to learn about spasmodic dysphonia.
Larry Kolasa Founding President’s Award
Congratulations to Charlie Womble on being honored with the Larry Kolasa Founding President’s Award!
Colleen Chon Appointed to the Board of Directors
Meet Colleen Chon, one of the newest members of our Board of Directors.
Risa Clay Appointed to the Board of Directors
Meet Risa Clay, one of the newest members of our Board of Directors.
2025 Midge Kovacs Award
Read more about Rose Famer, Leader of the Austin Dysphonia Support Group, who has been selected as this year’s recipient of the Midge Kovacs Awareness Award.
2025 Dot Sowerby Pioneer Award
Congratulations to Bev Matthews, recipient of the 2025 Dot Sowerby Pioneer Award! Read more about her contributions!
Dot Sowerby honored as she retires from the Board
After more than three decades of visionary leadership and tireless advocacy, Dot Sowerby is stepping down from the Board of Directors of Dysphonia International.
2025 World Voice Day | Empower Your Voice!
See how our community raised awareness about voice disorders on World Voice Day – April 16!
Reflections on the 2024 Walk for Talk
Watch the 2024 Walk for Talk Reflections video and learn more about this event!
Scott Flanagan Appointed to the Board of Directors
We are excited to welcome Scott Flanagan to the Dysphonia International Board of Directors! Scott has been engaged with the organization, especially with World Voice
Sue Payne Appointed to the Board of Directors
We are excited to welcome Sue Payne to the Dysphonia International Board of Directors! Sue has engaged with the organization, especially with Walk for Talk.
2024 Walk for Talk
Participate in our 5th Annual Walk for Talk, October 17-20, 2024, to raise awareness and funds for spasmodic dysphonia and related voice conditions.
2024 Dot Sowerby Pioneer Award
Learn about Bruce Menk, the recipient of the prestigious 2024 Dot Sowerby Pioneer Award.
