On January 27, 2021, Federal courts acknowledged the commitment of leadership and staff of the New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) in serving children and families despite the significant challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more.
Author: Catherine Felegi2
NJ Takes Another Step to Support Youth and Address Racial Equity in Juvenile Justice System
The directive outlines five approaches available to police officers and prosecutors to divert youth from the juvenile justice system and limit the likelihood of unnecessary detention.
ACNJ Says No to Opinion 56, Stating Non-Lawyers Have a Place in IEP Meetings, Mediation
On November 16, 2020, staff attorney Nina Peckman, on behalf of ACNJ, submitted comments to the Committee on the Unauthorized Practice of Law, urging them to remove language in Opinion 56, which states that only lawyers are to be allowed in Independent Education Program (IEP) and mediation meetings. By barring non-lawyer advocates from meetings, Peckman […]
Infant Mental Health: Supporting a Baby’s Social-Emotional Development by Embracing the Essential Role of the Caregiver
During the pandemic, our caregivers have been essential workers, supporting the social and emotional growth of our babies every day during a stressful time.
Webinar: Talking About Race and Racism in Child Welfare
The NJ Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect and NJDCF have partnered with the Child Welfare Education Institute at Stockton University to hold a series of Conversations about Race and Racism in Child Welfare. Learn more.
