Advocates for Children of New Jersey

'?????? ?????? ????????????! Last Tuesday, ACNJ Board & Staff enjoyed a rewarding experience at the Community FoodBank of New Jersey! We thank CFBNJ for allowing us to volunteer and help feed our neighbors! What are some ways you plan to #giveback this season? Share in the comments! #tistheseason #seasontogive #givebacktothecommunity #foodsecurenj

???????? ?? ???????? ???? ????! Join us for the ACNJ Annual Breakfast with Elizabeth McCarthy and Mark Dinglasan, discussing solutions for food insecurity and family support. Tickets and sponsorships are still available! Can’t make it? Please consider donating to support our work: https://acnj.org/donate/ #ACNJBreakfast #FamilySupport #NJNonprofits

??Check out Steve Adubato's conversation with Advocates for Children of New Jersey Mary Coogan about affordable, accessible child care and the need for stronger investment in mothers and children on State of Affairs! ??Watch here: https://lnkd.in/em_NCNCR #SteveAdubato #StateOfAffairs #ChildCare #AffordableCare #AdvocatesForChildren #NewJersey #ACNJ #TurrellFund

?? ????????????’?? ?????????? DJ & Producer Harry D’Janite shares the struggle of navigating the child care system as a working parent. Finding quality, reliable care is essential for a child’s development—but the financial burden is overwhelming for families who don’t qualify for assistance. Paying out-of-pocket often becomes an impossible expense, leaving parents in difficult situations. ????’?? ???????? ???? ???????????????? ?????? ????????????????????, ???????????????????? ?????????? ???????? ???????? ?????????? ?????? ?????? ???? ????????????????. Thank you, Harry! #InvestInChildCare #ChildCareCrisis #SupportFamilies #FutureOfNJ #NJvotes4kids Assemblywoman Shanique Speight, Assemblywoman Cleopatra Tucker, Assemblywoman Aura Dunn, Assemblywoman Shama Haider, Assemblyman William W. Spearman, Assemblywoman Alixon Collazos-Gill

ACNJ's ???????????????? ??????????-?????????????? (Director of Early Learning Policy and Advocacy) and ?????????????? ?????????????? (Senior Legislative Analyst), together with our partner, NJ Association for the Education of Young Children (NJAEYC), expressed their concerns during the joint legislative hearing underscoring the urgent need to invest in NJ’s child care infrastructure. https://bit.ly/3CGuLGs #InvestInChildCare #njchildcare #InvestInKids #futureofnj #NJvotes4kids #earlyeducation #earlycareandeducation

Too often, those most affected by challenges are excluded from discussions about solutions. Youth, in particular, are usually overlooked as experts in their own lives, and their efforts to engage in these conversations are often dismissed and met with a resounding "no." The “We Need a Y.E.S.” video series provides a platform for Youth Expert Stakeholders (Y.E.S.) to share insights with funders, legislators, policymakers, and other influential audiences. Jhonson's story highlights the realities facing public schools in New Jersey. To learn more, watch the full video at https://lnkd.in/ey_WBud7 #positiveyouthdevelopment #ACNJpyd #weneedaYES #YouthVoices #youthvoicesmatter Jhonson Perez

Let’s Talk School Meals! ???????? ???? ?????????? ???? ???????? for a Lunch & Learn session all about the power of child nutrition. From boosting brain power to supporting growth, healthy meals fuel success in and out of the classroom. Don’t miss out—register now https://bit.ly/3Te4kgn and be part of the conversation that’s shaping brighter futures! #healthykids #childnutrition #schoolmeals #foodsecurity #ChildAdvocacy #YouthAdvocacy

???????? ?????? ????????: ???????????? ?????????????? ???? ???????????????? ??????! Join us in making a difference for New Jersey's children and families. Your support on Giving Tuesday helps us continue our mission to ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for how you can get involved! https://acnj.org/donate/

???????? ?? ?????????? ?????????? ?????? ???????? ???????????? ??????????????????! We’re excited to feature Elizabeth McCarthy, President & CEO of Community Foodbank of NJ, and Mark Dinglasan, NJ’s Food Security Advocate, as our panelists. Don’t miss this chance to join the conversation on supporting NJ’s children and families. Get your tickets today! Can’t come? Please donate: https://acnj.org/donate/

?? ?????????? ???????? ?????? ??????????: ???????????? ??????????????, ?????????? ?????????????????? ????????????????! Jordan Shields shares the realities of working in child care—a field fueled by passion but strained by unsustainable compensation. Jordan’s story highlights the challenges of making ends meet on an early childhood educator’s salary and the heartbreaking reality of potentially leaving a job they love. This is why we must advocate for better investments in child care to ensure a sustainable future for educators and families. hashtag #InvestInChildCare #ChildCareCrisis #EarlyEducation #SupportEducator #FutureOfNj #ChildCareCrisis #InvestInKids #NJVotes4Kids #futureofnj @Assemblywoman Shanique Speight Assemblywoman Aura Kenny Dunn @Assemblywoman Cleopatra Tucker Assemblyman William W. Spearman Assemblywoman Alixon Collazos-Gill