Posted on May 6, 2022
Support Senator Majority Leader Teresa Ruiz's comprehensive package of bills that would help parents, strengthen programs and support staff. This is an investment we cannot afford not to make.
It's time!
Posted on May 6, 2022
Child care providers and families from across the country have been fighting for generations for equitable access to affordable child care and better pay and working conditions for providers.
Yet child care providers continue to struggle without the funding they need to care for our youngest learners and parents continue to have problems finding and affording child care for their children. The child care system is in crisis and we need BOLD action now.
Let's send a message to politicians that our country does not work for even one “day without child care.”
Children, families and communities can’t afford to wait any longer. Will you be a changemaker for child care?
After you have sent your email to your legislators, help us make some noise on social media by commenting on the posts below and tagging your legislators.
Use the search box below to find your legislators' social media handles.
After you have sent your email to your legislators, help us make some noise on social media by commenting on the posts below and tagging your legislators.
Use the search box below to find your legislators' social media handles.
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#Childcare is essential for parents, #babies and New Jersey's economy. Tell #legislators that we need to make meaningful investments to support this essential sector. Visit https://t.co/s5fCcEWgIO #DayWithoutChildCare #ADayWithoutChildCare #ReimagineChildCare pic.twitter.com/o4DES7jxG5
— AdvocatesforChildren (@ACNJforKids) May 9, 2022
#ADayWithoutChildCare means parents struggling to keep their job and make ends meet. It means empty #childcare center classrooms, as providers can't find staff while there is a waiting list. Tell #legislators no more. #ReimagineChildCare - visit https://t.co/s5fCcEWgIO pic.twitter.com/T8IG7wLdcV
— AdvocatesforChildren (@ACNJforKids) May 9, 2022
Posted on May 4, 2022
On Monday, May 3rd, national early childhood development nonprofit ZERO TO THREE released their annual State of Babies Yearbook: 2022. This report comes at a critical time in our nation’s response to families struggling amid the economic fallout from the ongoing public health crisis. The report compiles 60 indicators that affect the well-being of children prenatal to three and provides an in-depth look at national and state-by-state progress across three policy areas: Good Health, Strong Families and Positive Early Learning Experiences.
Tell your legislators that we need to make lasting changes for our babies and families to support their healthy growth and development. Share these images with your reps and tell them to #ThinkBabies or visit ZERO TO THREE's Advocacy page to find more information.
The data is clear - #childcare costs are unsustainable. The latest report by @ZEROTOTHREE highlights we need to #ThinkBabiesAndAct if we want to have a bright future for NJ's #babies and families. #ReimagineChildCare with us - See what steps you can take: https://t.co/ycYn5VZ4w1 pic.twitter.com/8nhfyPnDTv
— AdvocatesforChildren (@ACNJforKids) May 4, 2022
#MoneyMatters - 29.8% of #families in NJ are facing a financial crisis, and #babies are suffering as a result. This year, #ThinkBabiesAndAct with our partners at @ZEROTOTHREE and tell reps to step in and help support our youngest residents. Learn more at https://t.co/ruG87bmUH8 pic.twitter.com/BimuiZjY2I
— AdvocatesforChildren (@ACNJforKids) May 4, 2022
Low birthweights mean higher chances of poor developmental outcomes, starting as #babies and affectings adults. NJ needs to #ThinkBabiesAndAct - tell state reps that we need to step up in order to protect our youngest residents. Learn more at https://t.co/ruG87bmUH8 @ZEROTOTHREE pic.twitter.com/lcY2j23lFO
— AdvocatesforChildren (@ACNJforKids) May 4, 2022
Posted on October 14, 2020
Once again, our president and CEO, Cecilia Zalkind, joins prestigious leaders from around the state in Insider NJ's annual Insider 100 Policymakers. This list recognizes individuals who have made and are expected to make impactful policy moves for New Jersey. This year, Ceil has ranked 53rd for her positive influence in motivating parents, advocates, and policymakers to advocate for the well-being of all children throughout the Garden State. Congrats, Ceil!
Posted on October 12, 2018
Congratulations to VP Mary Coogan for her selection as a 2018 ABA YLD Child Advocacy Award recipient! The American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division (ABA YLD) chose Mary for her commitment to child advocacy and her leadership in child welfare and juvenile justice. This annual award recognizes the time, effort and skills necessary to implement public service and bar service projects.
We thank you, Mary, for your dedication and leadership to the well-being of children in New Jersey!
