Posted on May 1, 2026
ACNJ's Getting Ready for the World Cup: Keeping NJ Kids Safe is a four-part virtual Dine & Discuss series designed to equip parents, child care providers, and community partners with practical strategies to keep children safe during large-scale events and in everyday life.
As global events increase travel, crowds, and online visibility, families face new and evolving safety challenges. This series brings together trusted voices to provide clear, actionable guidance that families can use immediately.
This free series will be held Every Wednesday in May at 6:00 PM via Zoom and will feature leading experts in child safety, public health, and online safety:
- May 6: Spotting the Signs: Protecting Children from Human Trafficking and Exploitation
- Speakers:
- Brittany M. Butler, Resource Specialist 2, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)
- Susan Flynn, Founding Member, New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking
- Carrie Speiser, Director of Community Engagement, Prevent Child Abuse New Jersey
- Speakers:
- May 13: Healthy for the Moment: Vaccinations, Public Health, and Keeping Families Well
- Speaker: Dr. Uzma N. Hasan, MD, Regional Director, Northern Jersey Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Barnabas Health Medical Group
- May 20: Crowds, Chaos & Preparedness: Keeping Children Safe in Busy Public Spaces
- Speaker: Dr. Nandi Nelson, CEO, Social Behavior Learning Solutions
- May 27: Online Safety in a High-Visibility Moment: Protecting Kids and Teens During Major Events
- Speaker: John Pizzuro, Head of U.S. Law Enforcement & Safety Policy, Snap Inc. (Snapchat)
“This series is about giving families real tools they can use right now,” said Winifred Smith-Jenkins, Director of Early Childhood Policy and Advocacy at ACNJ. “As we head into a season of increased activity, visibility, and movement, preparation matters. When parents and caregivers know what to look for and how to respond, it changes outcomes.”
The Dine & Discuss format creates an accessible, welcoming space for participants to learn, ask questions, and connect with experts and peers across New Jersey.
Registration is free and open to the public:
https://tinyurl.com/ACNJWorldCup
