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Latest New Jersey Kids Count 2024 County Pocket Guide highlights well-being of children and families in the Garden state and calls on communities to use data for action.
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Children can’t vote. They have no political influence. They can’t tell our state leaders what they need. That’s why we’re here. We work with local, state and federal leaders to develop solutions that will benefit New Jersey’s children.
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Blog
May 14, 2024
Did you know NJ has multiple student support hubs to help aid our youth's mental wellness
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Blog
July 26, 2024
Did you know only 42% of NJ's third graders were reading at grade level in 2021-22?
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Blog
July 19, 2024
Did you know there are some big wins for kids in the FY2025 budget?
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Announcement
July 02, 2024
Gov. Murphy Signs New Jersey's FY 2025 Budget with Some Big Wins for Kids!
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Announcement
July 02, 2024
Register: 2024 ACNJ/NJ DCF Summer Forum
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Action Alert
June 25, 2024
Take Action: Urge Leaders in the Legislature to Support resolution A4365/S3301