Recent Posts
- NJ Child Care Access: What the Data Shows and What State Leaders Can Do Fact Sheet October 21, 2026
- It Starts With an Idea: How a Bill Becomes Law in New Jersey October 1, 2026
- ACNJ Statement on Passage of NJ Assembly Bill 5107 (A5107) September 30, 2026
- Head Start Is Too Important to Weaken: What the Proposed Changes Could Cost New Jersey September 22, 2026
- Head Start in New Jersey: What It Is and Why It Matters September 22, 2026
- Head Start Toolkit 2026 September 23, 2026
- Blog: September 14th – 20th is National Diaper Need Awareness Week! September 9, 2026
- Register: Newark Kids Count 2026 Community Conversation 1 August 21, 2026
- Paterson Kids Count 2026, A City Profile of Child Well-Being August 12, 2026
- Counting Everyone — Why the Proposed 2030 Census Rules Matter October 22, 2026
- Did You Know New Jersey Law Supports Lactation in the Workplace! August 12, 2026
- Newark Kids Count 2026, A City Profile of Child Well-Being Release August 3, 2026
- Kinship Legal Guardianship- A permanency option in Child Protection and Permanency (CP&P) cases July 23, 2026
- Join the 2nd Annual Preschool Conference July 17, 2026
- PLC Video: Every Family Deserves a Doula July 13, 2026
- Reforming Mandated Reporting: Protecting New Jersey’s Vulnerable Families from Systemic Harm July 8, 2026
- FY2027 NJ Budget Highlights for Children and Families July 2, 2026
- ACNJ Applauds NJ FY27 Investment in CCAP – More Work Ahead to Make Child Care Affordable July 1, 2026
- ACNJ Launches Statewide Midwifery Policy Collective to Strengthen Maternal Health, Expand Community Birth Options June 17, 2026
- Give Dads What They Really Need This Father’s Day! June 15, 2026
- Fatherhood & Family Well-Being: View Webinar Recordings on Insights and Solutions for Thriving Families June 9, 2026
- NJ Ranks First in Education, 6th Overall in 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book June 8, 2026
- Public Hearing on Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards June 4, 2026
- More Than a Grocery Store: How A Better Market Is Transforming Food Access June 4, 2026
- Resources from Webinar Series: Getting Ready for the World Cup: Keeping NJ Kids Safe June 1, 2026
- Looking Forward: ACNJ 2026 Board Update May 20, 2026
- Newark Future Policymakers Advocacy Training Class of 2026 Fellows May 15, 2026
- Reflecting on the State of Preschool May 14, 2026
- Myths and Misconceptions about Doulas May 6, 2026
- Family Home Visitation in New Jersey by Congressional District, 2025 Data April 22, 2026
- Brick by Brick: The History Behind Today’s Upside-Down Food Pyramid and it’s Impact on Food Assistance Programs April 13, 2026
- How are New Jersey’s Children Faring? Explore the data and watch recording. April 10, 2026
- ACNJ Commends NJ Dept. of Human Services for Fully Reopening State Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) April 10, 2026
- ACNJ Testimony before the Assembly Budget Committee on FY 2027 budget April 2, 2026
- NJ Task Force Calls for Action to Safely Reduce Overreporting of Child Neglect March 19, 2026
- Highlights of New Jersey State FY 2027 Budget March 13, 2026
- Keeping Our Kids Safe on the Road: A Parent-to-Parent Conversation About Car Seats March 6, 2026
- New Medicaid Work Requirements and Eligibility Redeterminations Starting This Year March 6, 2026
- “We’re Here Too!” NJ Fathers Share Stories of Barriers, Bias and Invisibility March 2, 2026
- Blueprint for Affordable Child Care: New Jersey Doesn’t Work Without It February 19, 2026
- New Jersey Legislative Fact Sheets 2026 January 30, 2026
- Dr. Winifred Smith-Jenkins Named Garden State Power Fellow January 23, 2026
- Murphy Signs Critical Legislation Before Leaving Office January 22, 2026
- Murphy Signs Legislation Addressing Student Phone Use in Schools January 15, 2026
- The Intersection of Maternal Health and Child Care: Why the Fourth Trimester Matters January 14, 2026
- ACNJ’s 10th Annual Breakfast Celebration Recap December 10, 2025
- Camden Kids Count 2025, A City Profile of Child Well-Being December 8, 2025
- New Jersey Child Care Assistance Program Limited Re-opening November 26, 2025
- ACNJ Policy Director Winifred Smith-Jenkins on Gov. Elect Sherrill Transition Team November 24, 2025
- Newark Kids Count Data Snapshot: Positive Youth Development November 20, 2025
- Newark Kids Count Data Snapshots 2025 November 13, 2025
- Newark Kids Count Data Snapshot 2025: Economic Well-Being of Children and Families November 4, 2025
- ACNJ 2025 Annual Report is Out: Read about our work and accomplishments October 30, 2025
- Parent Voices: How NJ Policymakers Can Address the Challenges of Raising a Family October 30, 2025
- Newark Kids Count Data Snapshot: Education Status of The Newark Public School District October 30, 2025
- The Workforce Behind Every Workforce: Why Child Care Must Be New Jersey’s Next Priority October 27, 2025
- Conference: Providers Explore Solutions as Essential Partners in Making Universal Pre-K Sustainable October 17, 2025
- Cause for Celebration: HealthySteps NJ Reaches a Major Milestone October 9, 2025
- How CenteringPregnancy® Improves Outcomes for Parents and Babies in New Jersey October 6, 2025
- Join the Movement to Make Child Care a Top Priority for Our Next Governor October 1, 2025
- Newark Kids Count Data Snapshot 2025: Maternal and Infant Health September 30, 2025
- Placement Options in Special Education September 25, 2025
- Your Rights to Attend School in New Jersey: A Simple Guide September 25, 2025
- Addressing Achievement Gaps in New Jersey Education: A Parent’s Guide September 25, 2025
- Understanding Discipline Rights in Special Education: A Parent’s Guide September 24, 2025
- Intervention and Referral Services: What Parents Need to Know September 23, 2025
- Education Rights of Homeless Students: Under New Jersey Law September 23, 2025
- School Choice: What It Is and How to Access the Option September 23, 2025
- The Impact of Social Media on Adolescents September 22, 2025
- The Business Case for Efficient and Effective Child Care Investments September 22, 2025
- Public Testimony on Proposed Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Qualified Allocation Plan, PRN 2025-087 September 19, 2025
- “Parenting Is Easy!” …Said No New Parent Ever! September 15, 2025
- What Parents and Students Need to Know About Alcohol, Drug, and Other Controlled Substance Offenses in School September 15, 2025
- New Jersey’s New Adaptive Testing: What Parents Need to Know September 15, 2025
- Understanding Your Rights to Your Child’s School Records in New Jersey September 14, 2025
- Attendance Matters – What Parents Need to Know about Attendance Laws and Their School District’s Policies September 12, 2025
- Retention and Promotion: Issues and Rights September 12, 2025
- Understanding Mental Health Services in School Districts: Guide for Parents September 11, 2025
- The High School Years for Students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs): Options and Issues September 11, 2025
- Basic Guide to Special Education September 8, 2025
- What Do We Know About the “Medically Frail”? September 2, 2025
- The $50 Billion Rural Health Transformation: What It Means for Hospitals and Families September 2, 2025
- The Future of Public Preschool: Building a Bold Vision Together – NJ’s first community-based private provider conference September 2, 2025
- Why Wraparound Care is Essential September 2, 2025
- Birth Centers Bring Dignity, Choice, and Health Equity to New Jersey Families August 25, 2025
- New law expands parents’ rights to advance notice before IEP meetings August 15, 2025
- Join us for September’s Lunch and Learn on Midwifery and Doulas August 14, 2025
- Why New Jersey’s Next Governor Must Prioritize Early Childhood Educator Compensation August 11, 2025
- Your Voice Matters: Help Improve Special Education Services in NJ August 7, 2025
- Doulas: A Vital Part of Perinatal Care August 4, 2025
- Watch Recording: 2025 ACNJ/NJ DCF Summer Forum August 1, 2025
- Food for Thought: The Real Costs of Restricting SNAP Benefits July 24, 2025
- Big Medicaid Changes Coming Following Trump’s July 4th Budget Bill July 24, 2025
- Redefining Repayment: The Future of Student Loans July 24, 2025
- Alert: State Budget Shortfall Cuts Child Care Access For Thousands of Families July 23, 2025
- Unpacking the NJ State FY26 Budget on New Jersey’s Kids and Families July 16, 2025
- “I Need to Go to Work, But I Can’t Find Child Care!” July 11, 2025
- Governor Murphy’s Historic Early Childhood Education Legislation Marks Critical Progress with Room for Improvement July 11, 2025
- A Community Conversation on Whole-Child Initiatives in Trenton Schools July 10, 2025
- Midwifery Saves Lives: Why New Jersey Must Expand Access to Midwifery Care July 3, 2025
