In late 2017, ACNJ partnered with The Nicholson Foundation, the Turrell Fund and the Caucus Educational Fund to launch the Right From The Start NJ Campaign, a public awareness and advocacy effort to ensure that every child, birth to 3, has the opportunity for the early relationships, environments and experiences they need to support their […]
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BLOG: Why making Babies Count is so monumental
Cecilia Zalkind reflects on ACNJ’s long-time commitment to advocate for the very young and how NJ Babies Count 2018 will help us identify their needs and track progress.
VP Mary Coogan recognized with Family Unification Day Hero Award
Her efforts in foster care, kinship care, children’s health and juvenile justice has helped thousands of families.
BIG WINS for New Jersey students!
Governor Murphy signed school meals and chronic absenteeism bills into law. These laws will assist students in maximizing their educational potential. Once again, ACNJ’s advocacy efforts have paid off for kids!
Video clips of “Cradle to Kindergarten: A New Plan to Combat Inequality” round table discussion
Watch highlights from the “Cradle to Kindergarten: A New Plan to Combat Inequality” round table discussion, organized in January 2018.

