Register for May 21 Lunch and Learn on Social Emotional Character Development and how it impacts youth mental health This is video 4 of the Y.E.S. (Youth Expert Stakeholders) video Series. Anfry’s story makes it clear: Relationships play a powerful role in youth development and success. It truly takes a village to raise a youth, […]
Category: Positive Youth Development
Federal cuts will have significant impact on a crucial resource for youth development
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin By Isaiah Fudge Director Positive Youth Development For more information on this topic, contact Isaiah at ifudge@acnj.org On April 22, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice terminated $811 million in funding to programs across the nation that support essential services for youth, including mental wellness, rehabilitation, and school safety. One critical […]
Tamil’s Story: Tapping into community resources to build resilience
This is video 3 of the Y.E.S. (Youth Expert Stakeholders) video Series. Many children grow up with adverse experiences, but community resources can help kids and teens build resilience to survive them. Listen as Tamil discusses his experiences and how he developed his resilience in the face of adversity. Click to learn more about the […]
ACNJ’s Testimony in Support of Bill A4365 (establish Council for Community Recovery and Family Success)
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin TO: Asw. Shama A. Haider, Chair Asm. William W. Spearman, Vice Chair Members of the Assembly Committee on Children, Families and Food Security FROM: Mary E. Coogan, President & CEO, Advocates for Children of New Jersey DATE: March 10, 2025 RE: A4365, that will establish the Council for Community Recovery and […]
Newark Future Policymakers Advocacy Training Class of 2025 Fellows
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Meet the class of 2025! X BraithwaiteX Braithwaite is a dedicated advocate for social justice, equality, and environmental stewardship. Born and raised in Newark, NJ, X graduated from Science Park High School and earned a degree in Community and Justice Studies and a degree in African American Studies. Currently, as the […]
