Meet our newest board members: acnj.org/looking-forward-acn…. ACNJ recently welcomed four new members to serve on our Board of Trustees. Each brings a unique perspective, talents, and skills to furthering our work to improve the lives of all New Jersey children.

Read the report: acnj.org/national-kids-count…. How are children and families faring in New Jersey? Do these rankings reflect your lived experiences in the Garden State? The recently released 2026 #KIDSCOUNT Data Book from our partner @annieecaseyfdn uses trusted national and state data to measure child well-being across four domains: economic well-being, education, health and family and community factors.

The National #KidsCourt report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation ranks #NJ first in education but 6 out of 10 fourth graders are not reading at grade level and 6 our 10 eighth graders are not proficient in math. newjerseymonitor.com/2026/06…

To learn more/register: acnj.org/fatherhood-webinars Starting Tuesday, we're celebrating dads all week long! Join us for two engaging webinars focused on supporting fatherhood. Share with dads in your network!

Register here: acnj.org/prekhearing/ Attention #EarlyEd professionals! The New Jersey Department of Education will hold three public hearings to receive comments on the draft revisions to the New Jersey Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards. We encourage all early childhood professionals to participate in this important process to share their input as experienced leaders in the field who do this hands-on work with children and teachers every day. It is their chance to have a lasting impact on the growth and development of young children by informing our state standards, requirements, and expectations.

Mark your calendars for ACNJ’s 11th Annual Breakfast! This year, we are celebrating at a new location: Pines Manor in Edison, NJ. Our featured panel discussion —"We’re Here Too! Recognizing the Critical Role of Fathers" — promises to be a powerful and necessary conversation centering the vital impact fathers have on our children, families, and communities. Registration details coming soon! 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, December 1, 2026 🕗 Time: 8:00 AM 📍 Location: Pines Manor, Edison, NJ

What do the data tell us about how children and families are faring in New Jersey? The 2026 #KIDSCOUNT Data Book uses trusted data to show where kids are making progress — and where challenges persist — across four domains: economic well-being, education, health and family and community. Visit aecf.org/databook to explore the latest data.

Register now: tinyurl.com/RealDadsRealStor… On Tuesday, 6/16, join ACNJ for an honest conversation with fathers from diverse backgrounds as they share the moments that have shaped them, the challenges they have faced, and the lessons they continue to learn. @NJDCF

As part of ACNJ’s Spring Appeal, we’re sharing a powerful reminder from ACNJ Board Chair Jennifer Robinson about why our independent voice matters. Please consider making a gift today: acnj.org/Spring-appeal-2026/ #SpringAppeal #MakeADifference #SupportNonprofits #CharityGiving

Check out our new vodcast channel! youtube.com/@letstalkkidsACN…

“Keeping our babies clean and healthy with an adequate supply of diapers is an enormous challenge.” Former Asw. Shavonda Sumter (Pres/CEO of Children's Aid and Family Services) highlighted the growing diaper need crisis facing NJ families. Nearly half of U.S. families report struggling to afford diapers — yet SNAP and WIC cannot be used to purchase them. No parent should have to choose between diapers and other essentials. Explore the full Kids Count County Pocket Guide by visiting acnj.org/new-jersey-kids-cou… #KidsCount #NJKidsCount #ForNJKids #DiaperNeed #NJFamilies

Today is Primary Election Day in New Jersey! Polls are open until 8:00 PM. Vote at your assigned polling place or return your completed Vote‑By‑Mail ballot. Visit vote.nj.gov for your polling location, or loom.ly/sXqpZMw for Vote-By-Mail instructions. #GOTV #ElectionDay #GOTVNJ #PrimaryDay

Introducing the #Newark Future Policymakers Class of 2026 — a group of passionate, driven individuals dedicated to turning ideas into action to improve outcomes for the city's residents. Thank you Kaleena Berryman for your leadership in cultivating in young minds! Learn more: acnj.org/newark-future-polic… #YouthLeadership #NewarkStrong #CivicYouth

Attend @NewarkHealth's 2nd Annual Asthma Symposium is happening TOMORROW. Registration link: app.smartsheet.com/b/form/01… 📅 May 30 | ⏰ 9:30 AM–2:30 PM 📍 @RutgersBSchool , 1 Washington Place, Newark, NJ Healthcare professionals and community leaders are coming together to help families better understand asthma prevention, management, and support. The event is free and child care is available. #AsthmaAwareness #GreaterNewark #NJHealth

In #NJ, Black infants die before their first birthday at a rate of 8.1 per 1,000 live births —Explore the full Kids Count County Pocket Guide: acnj.org/NJKidsCount2026/ #NJKidsCount #KidsCount2026 #NJData @AECFNews @NJMIHIA

Happening tomorrow at 6 PM: Snapchat’s Head of Law Enforcement & Safety Policy, John Pizzuro, shares practical tips on safer social media use and online safety for kids & teens. Register: tinyurl.com/ACNJWorldCup #OnlineSafety #DigitalSafety #WorldCup2026 #ACNJ

Register:tinyurl.com/ACNJWorldCup How can families protect kids from online risks during major public events? Join Session 4 of ACNJ’s Keeping NJ Kids Safe series on May 27 at 6 PM with Snapchat’s John Pizzuro. #OnlineSafety #DigitalSafety #WorldCup2026 #ACNJ

A powerful reminder from Justin Kiczek: advocacy creates real change for New Jersey’s kids. Support our Spring Appeal: acnj.org/spring-appeal-2026/

ACNJ’s Cindy Shields and @NJAEYC’s Sue Dannemiller presented the @StartStrongNJ Blueprint for Affordable Child Care at the @NewJerseyHeadStartAssociation 2026 Conference.Read the blueprint: acnj.org/startstrongnj-bluep… #HeadStart #AffordableChildCare #ForNJKids

Happening today at 12PM: Join Dr. Waffiyah Saleem Iddriss of SHE MATTERS for a vital conversation on domestic violence during pregnancy and its impact on parents, babies & birth outcomes. Register: bit.ly/42Mt7wB #SHEMatters #MaternalHealth #NJFamilies