NAF This Week
NAF This Week brings you the latest news, updates, stories, and opportunities from the National Ataxia Foundation. NAF is a nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating the development of treatments and improving the lives of people affected by Ataxia. Each episode helps you stay connected to what’s happening across the Ataxia community, from research and advocacy to programs, events, and ways to get involved. Learn more at www.ataxia.org.
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NAF This Week - Episode 6 - October 22, 2026
<p>Welcome to Episode #6 of NAF This Week! </p> <p>Join National Ataxia Foundation CEO Andrew Rosen for a quick look at what’s happening across NAF and the Ataxia community — from research and advocacy to programs, events, and more. </p> <p>In this episode: <br> This week, Andrew discusses recent FDA developments and what a new rare disease framework could mean for the Ataxia community. He highlights the importance of patient engagement, outside expertise, and a more predictable drug development process, along with opportunities for the community to learn more and get involved.</p> <p>Links & Resources Mentioned: </p> <p><br> 🔗...
NAF this Week - Episode 5 - October 15, 2026
<p>Welcome to Episode #5 of NAF This Week! </p> <p>Join National Ataxia Foundation CEO Andrew Rosen for a quick look at what’s happening across NAF and the Ataxia community — from research and advocacy to programs, events, and more. </p> <p>In this episode: <br> This week, Andrew shares his excitement about the recent Extreme Hike, which has raised more than $250K so far, and admits to having a little FOMO! He also highlights NAF's partnerships with FARA and Ataxia UK for the upcoming International Ataxia Research Conference (ICAR) and discusses NAF's continued growth and what it means for the org...
NAF This Week - Episode 4 - October 8, 2026
<p>Welcome to Episode 4 of NAF This Week! </p> <p>Join National Ataxia Foundation CEO Andrew Rosen for a quick look at what’s happening across NAF and the Ataxia community — from research and advocacy to programs, events, and more. </p> <p>In this episode: <br> In episode 4 of NAF This Week, Andrew reflects on the loss of Dr. Susan Perlman, a beloved leader and pioneer in the Ataxia field whose contributions have made a lasting impact on our community. He also shares highlights from his recent travels to Washington, D.C., and Boston, where he is participating in conferences focused...
NAF This Week - Episode 3 - October 1, 2026
<p>Welcome to Episode 3 of NAF This Week! </p> <p>Join National Ataxia Foundation CEO Andrew Rosen for a quick look at what’s happening across NAF and the Ataxia community - from research and advocacy to programs, events, and more.</p> <p>In this episode:</p> <p>This week on NAF This Week, Andrew shares a behind-the-scenes look at the CRC-SCA face-to-face meeting, where principal investigators and coordinators from research study sites come together to discuss the ongoing natural history study of Ataxia. Learn how this collaboration helps researchers better understand Ataxia and supports progress toward future treatments.</p> <p>...
NAF This Week - Episode 2 - September 24, 2026
<p>Welcome to Episode 2 of NAF This Week! </p> <p>Join National Ataxia Foundation CEO Andrew Rosen for a quick look at what’s happening across NAF and the Ataxia community — from research and advocacy to programs, events, and more.</p> <p>In this episode:</p> <p>Andrew shares a firsthand recap of the 8th Annual United Against Ataxia Hill Day after a full day of meetings with members of Congress. He also breaks down the key asks NAF and FARA advocates brought to Capitol Hill on behalf of the Ataxia community and why they matter.</p> <p>Links & Resources Ment...
NAF This Week - Episode 1 - September 18, 2026
<p>Welcome to Episode 1 of NAF This Week!</p> <p>Join National Ataxia Foundation CEO Andrew Rosen for a quick look at what’s happening across NAF and the Ataxia community – from research and advocacy to programs, events, and more.</p> <p>In this episode:<br> Andrew introduces NAF This Week and shares what you can expect from the new podcast. He also highlights Walk N’ Roll events happening across the country and encourages the community to get involved. Plus, with Hill Day coming up next week, Andrew shares what advocates will be doing to raise awareness and speak up for th...
