Today, ACNJ senior policy analyst Cynthia Rice was presented with the esteemed Aletha R. Wright, Excellence in EarlyCare and Education Award by the New Jersey Early Care and Education Alliance. Aletha served tirelessly for the benefit of children and families throughout New Jersey and the United States. Her characteristics of leadership, dedication and excellence was […]
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ACNJ is Seeking a Health Policy Analyst/Associate
ACNJ is currently seeking a Health Policy Analyst/Associate to work with ACNJ’s Vice President and ACNJ’s early learning team to inform and implement ACNJ’s Health Policy Agenda.
ACNJ Releases Statement Regarding Racism and Hate Shown to Asian Community
Advocates for Children of New Jersey is outraged by the senseless acts of violence in our country, most recently to members of the Asian community. Violence, especially when it is the result of hatred and racism, is unacceptable.
ACNJ Welcomes New Board Members
ACNJ is governed by a volunteer board of trustees who are diverse in professional, educational and cultural backgrounds. They are united by a deep concern for the well-being of New Jersey’s children.
Skadden Fellow Ruby Kish Joins ACNJ to Address Education Needs of Justice-Involved Youth in Essex County
Direct advocacy services include advocating for appropriate placement, evaluations and necessary accommodations and supports for justice-involved students with disabilities.