Are you passionate about making a difference in the rare disease community? The National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias (NFED) is looking for a Programs and Community Engagement Coordinator to join our team! As a Programs and Community Engagement Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth execution of our programs. From coordinating events…
New Board and Council Members Bring Expertise and Insights to the NFED
The National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias (NFED) is thrilled to announce the addition of new leadership experts. Joining our Board of Directors, Patient Care Council, and Scientific Advisory Council, these four exceptional leaders will bring knowledge, experience and insights to advance the foundation’s mission of supporting and serving individuals and families affected by ectodermal dysplasias.
The NFED is Growing!
The National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias (NFED) is in a period of exciting growth as we welcome two exceptional additions to our team —Andi Kezh and Isabella Redding. Their roles as Communications Coordinator and Development Coordinator bring critical skills necessary to amplifying our mission, increase our resources, and better support individuals and families affected by ectodermal dysplasias.
NFED Recruiting TP63 Research Project Subjects
The National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias (NFED) and researchers at East Carolina University (Dr. Maranke Koster & Shirley Parraga) are recruiting research subjects to participate in a new collaborative research project.
Researcher Spotlight: Shirley Parraga
Meet Shirley Parraga of the Wake Forest School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology and research assistant to Dr. Maranke Koster. Shirley’s journey with the National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias (NFED) exemplifies a deep commitment to advancing research and providing hope for families affected by rare skin diseases.
All Things Family Conference
On February 15, I had the pleasure of joining some new and returning families on a webinar to answer all of their questions about the NFED Family Conference, which will take place July 14 – 16. If you weren’t able to join us at the webinar, I want to share some of the great questions…
Celebrating 40 Years with Our Family
The 2022 NFED Family Conferece was a great success. Every year, the NFED invites the families it serves to convene at the conference to learn and most importantly, to connect. We laughed, we cried, we danced, and we can’t wait to see you next year!
Growing Up with the NFED: Meet Virginia
Virginia Higgins was just five years old when her mom, Fredia Shimchick, heard about a mom in the area who was looking for other families affected ectodermal dysplasias. Their family would be one of the first 12 families who called NFED their ectodermal dysplasia home. Find out about her love for the NFED family and why she gives back.