July 1 minimum wage goes up, but child care providers will bear the burden of accepting state subsidies.
BLOG: Let’s focus on the kids at both ends of the juvenile justice system
New Jersey has taken steps towards juvenile justice reform that gained us national recognition. However, more work needs to be done before we can truly have a therapeutic, supportive and equitable juvenile justice system.
NJ summer meals on the rise, report finds
We’re gaining on summertime hunger! Child participation is up 38%, reports Hunger Free New Jersey. Join us in spreading for word so parents and other caregivers know where to find meals this summer.
Medicaid Expansion Leads to Healthier Mothers and Babies
Georgetown new report finds NJ Medicaid expansion led to sharp decline in uninsured rate for women 18 to 44.
BLOG: Turning Chronic Absenteeism in to Chronic Attendance by Creating a Welcoming Climate and Culture in Schools
Rutgers Profesor, Maurice Elias, shares solutions to improve school attendance.