Michael Cupeles, Men’s Initiative Coordinator with Gateway Community Action Partnership Michael is a fatherhood practitioner and a community engagement leader, specializing in father engagement, family strengthening, prevention strategies, and systems collaboration across New Jersey. Michael serves as Co-Chair of the New Jersey Department of Children and Families Office of Family Voice Fatherhood Engagement Committee and […]
Author: Eloisa Hernandez-Ramos
NJ Ranks First in Education, 6th Overall in 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book
NJ Ranks First in Education, 6th Overall in 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book But More Work Needed on Economic Well-Being NEWARK, NJ — New Jersey leads the nation in education, ranking first for two consecutive years, according to the 2026 KIDS COUNT® Data Book, a 50-state report of recent data developed by the Annie E. […]
More Than a Grocery Store: How A Better Market Is Transforming Food Access
By Habibah Johnson ACNJ Parent Leadership Council, Co-Chair What if every community had a better market? I recently had a conversation with Shana Manradge, CEO of A Better Market, and it left me thinking about something we don’t talk about enough: food access isn’t just about having a store nearby. It’s about whether families can […]
Looking Forward: ACNJ 2026 Board Update
Chris J. DuncanWith 10 years of banking experience, I’m passionate about helping small business owners and entrepreneurs achieve their financial goals. I leverage Valley’s robust suite of services and banking tools to deliver tailored solutions for clients with complex banking needs. By understanding each business’s unique challenges, I help owners access the support and guidance […]
Newark Future Policymakers Advocacy Training Class of 2026 Fellows
The Newark Future Policymakers Program, in its fifth year now, is an immersive advocacy training initiative that empowers local youth to shape civic policies. Fellows analyze real-world urban issues, build professional organizing skills, and drive meaningful, community-led change. Read about the fellows in this year’s cohort. Sheguyma Bazile Read about me Sheguyma is a first-year […]
