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, […]
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New Jersey Kids Count 2025 State Fact Sheet
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New Jersey Kids Count County Pocket Guide 2025
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ACNJ Testimony on New Jersey FY2026 Budget calls for the State to fully fund DFD’s budget
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Stay up-to-date on our budget advocacy. #NJVotes4Kids! Winifred testifies asking state to fund Division of Family Development’s budget fully to secure child care for New Jersey’s families. To: Chairman Sarlo and Members of the Senate Budget Committee From: Winifred Smith-Jenkins, Ed. D, Director of Early Learning for Policy and Advocacy Date: […]
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 […]