Advocates for Children of New Jersey
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For more than 40 years, ACNJ has worked to give every child the chance to grow up safe, healthy and educated.
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Join us on Dec 4 for our 10th Annual Breakfast Celebration!This year, we’re spotlighting Maternal & Infant Health with a powerful panel discussion. Let’s keep building a brighter future for every child!
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We’re so grateful to PSEG for supporting ACNJ’s 10th Annual Breakfast Celebration! Your partnership helps us continue our mission to give every #child in New Jersey a strong start and a bright future. #ThankYou #ACNJBreakfast #InvestInKidsNJ #StrongerStar
November 11, 2025 at 1:26 PM
We’re so grateful to PSEG for supporting ACNJ’s 10th Annual Breakfast Celebration! Your partnership helps us continue our mission to give every #child in New Jersey a strong start and a bright future. #ThankYou #ACNJBreakfast #InvestInKidsNJ #StrongerStar
Last call for sponsors! Sponsorships and ad submissions for ACNJ's Annual Breakfast are due Nov. 13. Check it out: acnj.org/donate/celebrate-with-us/
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November 5, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Last call for sponsors! Sponsorships and ad submissions for ACNJ's Annual Breakfast are due Nov. 13. Check it out: acnj.org/donate/celebrate-with-us/
#ACNJBreakfast #MaternalHealth #InfantWellness
#ACNJBreakfast #MaternalHealth #InfantWellness
When families can’t afford child care, we all pay the price. ACNJ’s Winifred Smith-Jenkins co-authors an Op-Ed on why NJ must invest in early childhood education.
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Op-Ed: Affordable child care for all is essential infrastructure for a strong New Jersey | NJ Spotlight News
High-quality early childhood education lays the foundation for our youngest residents to thrive
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November 5, 2025 at 1:05 PM
When families can’t afford child care, we all pay the price. ACNJ’s Winifred Smith-Jenkins co-authors an Op-Ed on why NJ must invest in early childhood education.
#ChildCareMatters #StartStrongNJ #InvestInKids #ACNJ
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𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐉𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐲!
Make your voice heard, every vote matters for our kids and communities. Click here: acnj.org/new-jersey-a...
#NJElection2025 #NJVotes4Kids
Make your voice heard, every vote matters for our kids and communities. Click here: acnj.org/new-jersey-a...
#NJElection2025 #NJVotes4Kids
November 3, 2025 at 8:06 PM
𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐉𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐲!
Make your voice heard, every vote matters for our kids and communities. Click here: acnj.org/new-jersey-a...
#NJElection2025 #NJVotes4Kids
Make your voice heard, every vote matters for our kids and communities. Click here: acnj.org/new-jersey-a...
#NJElection2025 #NJVotes4Kids
Find out who’s running in NJ’s 2025 Legislature election and where they stand on children’s issues. acnj.org/new-jersey-a...
#NJLeg #NJAssembly #NJElection2025 #NJVotes4Kids
#NJLeg #NJAssembly #NJElection2025 #NJVotes4Kids
October 31, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Find out who’s running in NJ’s 2025 Legislature election and where they stand on children’s issues. acnj.org/new-jersey-a...
#NJLeg #NJAssembly #NJElection2025 #NJVotes4Kids
#NJLeg #NJAssembly #NJElection2025 #NJVotes4Kids
Parents deserve treats, not tricks. It’s time to fund affordable childcare now! #halloween2025 #halloween #NJVotes4Kids #election2025 #njelection2025
October 31, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Parents deserve treats, not tricks. It’s time to fund affordable childcare now! #halloween2025 #halloween #NJVotes4Kids #election2025 #njelection2025
At the Start Strong NJ launch, Jack Ciattarelli and Dr. Dale Caldwell pledged to make child care a priority for New Jersey families. Both candidates agree -investing in child care is investing in New Jersey’s future. #NJVotes4KidsCheck out : acnj.org/startstrongnj/
October 28, 2025 at 7:26 PM
At the Start Strong NJ launch, Jack Ciattarelli and Dr. Dale Caldwell pledged to make child care a priority for New Jersey families. Both candidates agree -investing in child care is investing in New Jersey’s future. #NJVotes4KidsCheck out : acnj.org/startstrongnj/
Next Tuesday is #ElectionDay, but you don’t have to wait to cast your vote. You can vote early NOW through November 2! Find your county’s early voting locations at vote.nj.gov
#NJVotes4Kids
#NJVotes4Kids
October 28, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Next Tuesday is #ElectionDay, but you don’t have to wait to cast your vote. You can vote early NOW through November 2! Find your county’s early voting locations at vote.nj.gov
#NJVotes4Kids
#NJVotes4Kids
Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill talk about #childcare with Steve Adubato. Check it out acnj.org/njgovcandida...
#njelections #NJVotes4Kids
#njelections #NJVotes4Kids
October 28, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Jack Ciattarelli and Mikie Sherrill talk about #childcare with Steve Adubato. Check it out acnj.org/njgovcandida...
#njelections #NJVotes4Kids
#njelections #NJVotes4Kids
Early voting in NJ is Oct 25–Nov 2! Make your voice count for kids’ futures. Find polling sites: nj.gov/state/electi...
See where candidates stand: acnj.org/what-about-t... #NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025 #StrongerStarts
See where candidates stand: acnj.org/what-about-t... #NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025 #StrongerStarts
October 24, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Early voting in NJ is Oct 25–Nov 2! Make your voice count for kids’ futures. Find polling sites: nj.gov/state/electi...
See where candidates stand: acnj.org/what-about-t... #NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025 #StrongerStarts
See where candidates stand: acnj.org/what-about-t... #NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025 #StrongerStarts
We are honored to welcome Dr. Nastassia Harris, founder of
Perinatal Equity, to our panel on Black maternal health in NJ & beyond. Join us Dec. 4: acnj.org/donate/celeb... #MaternalHealthNJ #StrongerStarts #maternalhealth #NJmoms #NJmothers #perinatalhealth #perinatalhealthequity
Perinatal Equity, to our panel on Black maternal health in NJ & beyond. Join us Dec. 4: acnj.org/donate/celeb... #MaternalHealthNJ #StrongerStarts #maternalhealth #NJmoms #NJmothers #perinatalhealth #perinatalhealthequity
October 24, 2025 at 9:09 PM
We are honored to welcome Dr. Nastassia Harris, founder of
Perinatal Equity, to our panel on Black maternal health in NJ & beyond. Join us Dec. 4: acnj.org/donate/celeb... #MaternalHealthNJ #StrongerStarts #maternalhealth #NJmoms #NJmothers #perinatalhealth #perinatalhealthequity
Perinatal Equity, to our panel on Black maternal health in NJ & beyond. Join us Dec. 4: acnj.org/donate/celeb... #MaternalHealthNJ #StrongerStarts #maternalhealth #NJmoms #NJmothers #perinatalhealth #perinatalhealthequity
Early relational health benefits caregivers too! When adults feel supported and confident, babies thrive. Learn how parents can build confidence: bit.ly/4hIVlPH
#CelebrateBabiesWeek #InfantMentalHealth
#CelebrateBabiesWeek #InfantMentalHealth
October 23, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Early relational health benefits caregivers too! When adults feel supported and confident, babies thrive. Learn how parents can build confidence: bit.ly/4hIVlPH
#CelebrateBabiesWeek #InfantMentalHealth
#CelebrateBabiesWeek #InfantMentalHealth
Meet Lisa Asare, President & CEO of the NJ Maternal & Infant Health Innovation Authority, joining our Stronger Starts panel! Don’t miss this powerful conversation on Dec. 4. Join us:
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October 22, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Meet Lisa Asare, President & CEO of the NJ Maternal & Infant Health Innovation Authority, joining our Stronger Starts panel! Don’t miss this powerful conversation on Dec. 4. Join us:
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#MaternalHealthNJ #StrongerStarts #ACNJBreakfast
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Even a few minutes of focused “special time” with your baby—talking, singing, or just being together—can make a big difference. Learn more from Hand in Hand Parenting: bit.ly/47lN1QX #CelebrateBabiesWeek #InfantMentalHealth
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October 22, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Even a few minutes of focused “special time” with your baby—talking, singing, or just being together—can make a big difference. Learn more from Hand in Hand Parenting: bit.ly/47lN1QX #CelebrateBabiesWeek #InfantMentalHealth
Early relational health—built in everyday moments like meals, baths, and bedtime—shapes babies’ growth and development. Learn more: simpleinteractions.org/si-tool-kit.... #CelebrateBabiesWeek #BabiesThrive #EarlyChildhoodMatters
October 20, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Early relational health—built in everyday moments like meals, baths, and bedtime—shapes babies’ growth and development. Learn more: simpleinteractions.org/si-tool-kit.... #CelebrateBabiesWeek #BabiesThrive #EarlyChildhoodMatters
“It's pretty clear that the work of HealthySteps is not only helpful for moms and families, but also meaningful for doctors.” – Tammy Murphy @firstladynj.bsky.social
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Cause for Celebration: HealthySteps NJ Reaches a Major Milestone - Advocates for Children of New Jersey
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Authored by: Diane DellanoSenior Policy Analyst Celebrate Babies Week will take place October 20 through 24, and this year, New Jersey babies -along with their families a...
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October 20, 2025 at 8:51 PM
“It's pretty clear that the work of HealthySteps is not only helpful for moms and families, but also meaningful for doctors.” – Tammy Murphy @firstladynj.bsky.social
Read more: acnj.org/Cause-for-Ce...
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We’re thrilled to celebrate our 10th Annual Breakfast—Stronger Starts: Advancing Maternal & Infant Health in NJ! Join us Dec 4 at Galloping Hill Golf Club. Hear from NJ’s maternal health leaders & support strong starts for every family. acnj.org/donate/celeb... #StrongerStarts #HealthyBeginnings
Celebrate With Us - Advocates for Children of New Jersey
Let’s celebrate our accomplishments! Join us on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Galloping Hill Golf Club in Kenilworth, NJ, as we shine a spotlight on Maternal and Infant Healt...
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October 17, 2025 at 5:25 PM
We’re thrilled to celebrate our 10th Annual Breakfast—Stronger Starts: Advancing Maternal & Infant Health in NJ! Join us Dec 4 at Galloping Hill Golf Club. Hear from NJ’s maternal health leaders & support strong starts for every family. acnj.org/donate/celeb... #StrongerStarts #HealthyBeginnings
#CelebrateBabiesWeek 2025 is almost here! Join NJAIMH in honoring babies, families & the early childhood professionals who help them thrive. Let’s celebrate the relationships that build strong beginnings! Register: bit.ly/3KWj5Dj #StrongerStarts #BabiesThrive
October 15, 2025 at 5:17 PM
#CelebrateBabiesWeek 2025 is almost here! Join NJAIMH in honoring babies, families & the early childhood professionals who help them thrive. Let’s celebrate the relationships that build strong beginnings! Register: bit.ly/3KWj5Dj #StrongerStarts #BabiesThrive
Cherriece shares her story on group #prenatalcare. Programs like CenteringPregnancy® are improving outcomes for parents and babies in NJ. #NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025 #HealthyMomsHealthyBabies #BetterBirthsNJ #StrongerStarts #HealthyBeginnings #InvestInMomsAndBabies #PrioritizePrenatalCare
October 10, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Cherriece shares her story on group #prenatalcare. Programs like CenteringPregnancy® are improving outcomes for parents and babies in NJ. #NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025 #HealthyMomsHealthyBabies #BetterBirthsNJ #StrongerStarts #HealthyBeginnings #InvestInMomsAndBabies #PrioritizePrenatalCare
@mikiesherrill.bsky.social & @Jack4NJ face off in their 2nd gubernatorial debate. NJ can’t wait any longer to make child care affordable. Watch live: bit.ly/3WvJV7K Sign Start Strong NJ's petition: startstrongnj.org/petition #NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025
October 8, 2025 at 6:19 PM
@mikiesherrill.bsky.social & @Jack4NJ face off in their 2nd gubernatorial debate. NJ can’t wait any longer to make child care affordable. Watch live: bit.ly/3WvJV7K Sign Start Strong NJ's petition: startstrongnj.org/petition #NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025
Group prenatal care saves lives. Programs like Centering Pregnancy help NJ families have healthier babies, stronger starts & lower costs. Learn more: acnj.org/centeringpre... #NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025 #HealthyMomsHealthyBabies #StrongerStarts
October 6, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Group prenatal care saves lives. Programs like Centering Pregnancy help NJ families have healthier babies, stronger starts & lower costs. Learn more: acnj.org/centeringpre... #NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025 #HealthyMomsHealthyBabies #StrongerStarts
Oct 14 is NJ’s voter registration deadline! 🗳️ Kids can’t vote—but you can. See where candidates stand on child & family issues: acnj.org/what-about-t... #NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025 #NJDecides2025
Oct 14 is NJ’s voter registration deadline! Kids can’t vote—but you can. Learn more in ACNJ’s What About the Kids? campaign acnj.org/what-about-t...
#NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025 #NJDecides2025
#NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025 #NJDecides2025
October 3, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Oct 14 is NJ’s voter registration deadline! 🗳️ Kids can’t vote—but you can. See where candidates stand on child & family issues: acnj.org/what-about-t... #NJVotes4Kids #NJElection2025 #NJDecides2025
Affordable child care is out of reach for too many NJ families. Tell the next governor it must be a top priority—sign Start Strong NJ’s petition: startstrongnj.org #NJElection2025 #NJVotes4Kids @mikiesherrill.bsky.social @Jack4NJ @njassemblydems.bsky.social @NJAssemblyGOP
October 3, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Affordable child care is out of reach for too many NJ families. Tell the next governor it must be a top priority—sign Start Strong NJ’s petition: startstrongnj.org #NJElection2025 #NJVotes4Kids @mikiesherrill.bsky.social @Jack4NJ @njassemblydems.bsky.social @NJAssemblyGOP
NJ loses $3.6B each year due to child care challenges—our economy runs on child care. Sign Start Strong NJ's petition at startstrongnj.org and tell leaders it’s time to act! ✍️ #NJElection2025 #NJVotes4Kids @Jack4NJ @mikiesherrill.bsky.social @njassemblydems.bsky.social @NJAssemblyGOP
October 3, 2025 at 2:27 PM
NJ loses $3.6B each year due to child care challenges—our economy runs on child care. Sign Start Strong NJ's petition at startstrongnj.org and tell leaders it’s time to act! ✍️ #NJElection2025 #NJVotes4Kids @Jack4NJ @mikiesherrill.bsky.social @njassemblydems.bsky.social @NJAssemblyGOP
20,000 NJ kids lost Medicaid in 2 yrs—the highest uninsured rate since 2014. Every child deserves health care. Read more via @PNS_News bit.ly/3WheiyL
#NJVotes4Kids #HealthCareForAll
#NJVotes4Kids #HealthCareForAll
Report: 20,000 NJ kids lost Medicaid coverage in two years
A new report showed declines in post-pandemic health insurance coverage for kids in New Jersey and nationwide.The study by Georgetown University Center for Children and Families looks at what is
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October 3, 2025 at 2:06 PM
20,000 NJ kids lost Medicaid in 2 yrs—the highest uninsured rate since 2014. Every child deserves health care. Read more via @PNS_News bit.ly/3WheiyL
#NJVotes4Kids #HealthCareForAll
#NJVotes4Kids #HealthCareForAll