Posted 2/27/2023 By Alena Siddiqui, Kids Count Coordinator Data are a crucial tool for advocacy and help to provide a snapshot of the well-being of children and families. Advocates are able to see what areas are improving and where opportunities for continued growth and development are needed. One philanthropy, the Annie E. Casey Foundation (AECF), […]
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Join Us to Celebrate Cecilia Zalkind’s 38 Years of Advocacy
Find Directions to The Grand Marquis After almost 40 years of service at ACNJ, former president and CEO Cecilia Zalkind has retired from Advocates for Children of New Jersey. During her tenure, Ceil has been one of New Jersey’s most influential leaders and greatest champions for the well-being of children and their families! Now this […]
Increased NJ SNAP Benefits to End in March
Posted 2/02/2023 By Alana Vega, Health Policy Analyst Spread the Word about the Increased NJ SNAP Benefits Ending Download this flyer, available in 21 languages, and share with your network. Legislation Introduced to Increase Minimum Monthly Threshold to $95 Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, families have received increased monthly NJ SNAP (sometimes referred […]
Watch: Sen. Teresa Ruiz Speaks About the Importance of Child Care
Senate Majority Leader, Sen. Teresa Ruiz recently appeared on Think Tank with Steve Adubato to discuss the importance of accessible, quality child care and its impact on our workforce.
Latest NJ Maternal Mortality Data Highlight Path to Preventing Maternal Deaths
Posted 1/23/2023 By Alana Vega, Health Policy Analyst Learn More About Maternal Health Organizations throughout the state are hosting events to raise awareness of the needs of new mothers. Click here to view the events being hosted. Join Our Next Lunch and Learn on February 1st Parents and caregivers will be discussing the latest regarding […]
