Facebook Twitter Linkedin By Isaiah Fudge Director Positive Youth Development For more information on this topic, contact Isaiah at ifudge@acnj.org Overview In June 2024, U.S.Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy declared gun violence a national public health crisis. This declaration draws attention to two essential points–the need for a holistic approach to address the crisis and […]
Category: Kids Count
Math Talk for Toddlers and Pre-Schoolers: As Easy as 1, 2, 3!
Facebook Twitter Linkedin By Sara Thom Former Chair ACNJ Board of Trustees For more information on this topic or kids count data, contact Alena at asiddiqui@acnj.org The Importance of Early Math Skills Most adults know the importance of reading to young children. Storytime is a wonderful way to bond with kids, develop their empathy and […]
Did you know New Jersey has the lowest rate of disconnected youth—but there’s more to do
Facebook Twitter Linkedin By Alisha Sheikh Summer Volunteer For more information on this topic, contact Isaiah at ifudge@acnj.org References: 5 Consequences of Not Having Access to Education – The Borgen Project Teens ages 16 to 19 not […]
Did you know asthma-related hospital visits are back on the rise?
Facebook Twitter Linkedin By Alena Siddiqui Data Analyst For more information on this topic or kids count data, contact Alena at asiddiqui@acnj.org Asthma is a disease that affects the lungs. Common asthma triggers are air pollution, secondhand smoke, physical exercise, and mold to name a few. Some common symptoms of asthma include shortness of breath, […]
Newark Kids Count Community Conversations in Spanish on Facebook Live Oct 3rd Flyer
Facebook Twitter Linkedin Click here to view the Oct. 3, 2024 Facebook Live conversation. ACNJ will be hosting a Newark Kids Count community conversation in Spanish on October 3rd on Facebook Live from 12PM to 1PM. Please share this flyer with your Latino staff, clients, friends, family and community members. Be sure to follow us […]
