Professional Opportunities
Regional Field Coordinator - Everytown for Gun Safety (remote)
Director, Advocacy Engagement - The New Teacher Project (TNTP) (remote)
National Groups Manager - WomenCount & Electing Women Alliance (remote)
Program Manager - Labor Innovations for the 21st Century Fund (LIFT) (remote)
Deputy Civic Engagement Director - One PA (Philadelphia, PA)
Social Work Case Manager - Legal Services of New Jersey (hybrid: Edison, NJ)
Mental Health Program Specialist 2 - NYS Office of Mental Health (hybrid: New York, NY)
Program Manager, Trenton Neighborhood Initiative - Trenton Health Team (hybrid: Trenton, NJ)
Advocacy Manager - Unchained At Last (hybrid: Northern NJ)
NJ Primary Voter Registration Countdown!
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Upcoming Events
Understanding NJ School Boards
Presented by the League of Women Voters of New Jersey
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
6:00 - 7:30pm
**Zoom**
"Education is a vital cornerstone of our society, and local school boards play a crucial role in shaping the educational landscape in our communities. If you are interested in understanding how decisions are made at the local level and in making a difference in our education system, this training is for you.
'Join them to get an overview of local New Jersey school boards -- including their structure, responsibilities, and decision-making processes. Learn how to advocate for change within the school board framework and engage effectively with board members."
Click here to register!
Changing the Game: Film Screening and Discussion Panel
Presented by the New Hampshire NASW, 603 Equality, GLAD - Legal Advocates & Defenders, and the UNH Social Work Department - Goroff Fund
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
6:00 - 8:00pm
**virtual**
"Michael Barnett’s dynamic documentary takes us into the lives of three high school athletes—all at different stages of their athletic seasons, personal lives, and unique paths as transgender teens. Their stories span across the U.S.—from Sarah, a skier and teen policymaker in New Hampshire, to Andraya, a track star in Connecticut openly transitioning into her authentic self. The film centers on Mack Beggs, who made headlines last year when he became the Texas State Champion in wrestling and was heralded as a hero by some while receiving hate and threats from others.
'Trans athletes have to work harder than their cisgender peers in order to thrive in their field while also having the courage and resilience to face daily harassment and discrimination. The kids in this film have found sports as a way to channel the negativity around them into a positive, to gain a sense of self-worth and validation. This film is their urgent, articulate plea for acceptance."
Following the film, there will be a panel discussion to explore the impact on our clients and communities.
Click here to register and learn more about the film!
Where’s the Party?
The New Challenge of Political Parties
Presented by the Rutgers Eagleton Institute of Politics
Thursday, April 18, 2024
6:00 pm
**Zoom**
"Join the Eagleton Institute of Politics...as it explores the changing roles of political parties and the implications for democracy in the context of William Fernekes’ book, Clifford Case and the Challenge of Liberal Republicanism."
Click here to register, and learn about the author and event moderator!
Demand Rutgers Social Work Students are Paid for their Labor!!
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To learn more, follow the Rutgers Payment4Placements chapter and the Payment4Placements movement on Instagram: @rutgersp4p @p4pnational
National Updates
Arizona Reinstates 160-Year-Old Abortion Ban
The New York Times
“Arizona’s highest court on Tuesday upheld an 1864 law that bans nearly all abortions, a decision that could have far-reaching consequences for women’s health care and election-year politics in a critical battleground state. “Physicians are now on notice that all abortions, except those necessary to save a woman’s life, are illegal,” the court said in a 4-to-2 decision.”
How one city pulled public transit from the brink — and what the rest of the country can learn from it
Vox
“If the United States had a public transit problem, Washington’s Metro was a good case in point. In the years leading up to the Covid-19 pandemic, DC’s transit system — widely considered to be one of the best in the nation — found itself plagued by frequent delays, safety concerns, and falling ridership…Over the last couple of years, despite being bogged down by some safety issues, DC has tried to break out of that cycle.”
We’re Defending Michigan Voters from a Lawsuit Threatening Their Ability to Vote
Brennan Center for Justice (NYU Law)
“The Brennan Center…took legal action Thursday to stop a lawsuit that threatens to disenfranchise Michigan voters. The complaint filed by the Republican National Committee in March against state officials alleges that Michigan has failed to keep its voter rolls up to date, a claim that misreads federal law and uses flimsy evidence to pressure the state to purge eligible voters.”
Drug shortages worst since tracking began in 2001
The Hill
“The number of U.S. drug shortages has reached a new all-time high, according to new data released by a top pharmacist trade group. The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) has been tracking domestic drug shortages since 2001. The group tracks national drug shortages quarterly, and the most recent update from March found there are 323 active drug shortages in the U.S.”
Local & Regional Updates
White House officials praised Camden’s jail. Women incarcerated there tell a different story
New Jersey Monitor
“As recently as January 2024, White House officials praised [Camden County Correctional Facility] and its then-warden, Karen Taylor, for the facility’s medication-assisted treatment program to help incarcerated people conquer opioid addiction. But people imprisoned in Camden’s county lockup say conditions there are downright inhumane.”
Court tells wealthy NJ town: We'll decide where you'll put affordable housing
Gothamist
“A judge is stripping one of New Jersey’s wealthiest communities of its ability to control where and how dozens of affordable housing units will be built, saying local leaders have shirked their responsibility to build a planned development for too long.”
N.J. bill aims to protect long-term care residents from being financially exploited
WHYY (NPR)
“The state Senate unanimously passed the bipartisan measure, S1962, which would prohibit long-term care facilities owners or employees from appointing themselves as guardians of residents, unless they have court approval. The provisions of the bill would apply to any long-term care facility, including nursing homes, assisted living residences and comprehensive personal care homes, as well as residential health care facilities, including dementia care."
Feds finalize landmark limits on ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
NJ Spotlight
“New Jersey has been in the forefront of addressing PFAS contamination, and the state has in recent years adopted drinking water standards for PFOA, PFOS and PFNA. The new federal standards are stricter than the existing state standards.”
Highlight of the Week - P4P Rally: Burn Bright, Not Out!
Sunday, April 14th
2pm to 5pm
Giribaldi Plaza, Washington Sq Park, NY
This weekend, join our Payment4Placements (P4P) chapter, along with the P4P chapters of NYU, Columbia, Stony Brook, Hunter, Fordham, and Lehman Schools of Social Work in a fusion of protest, art, and solidarity!
"The Payment for Placements (P4P) NY & NJ Coalition warmly invites you to experience a potent blend of music (ft. SubwayDJ and Alvin Dan), storytelling, and participatory performance art. Set against the pressing issues of unpaid internships, silenced dissent, and a culture of self-sacrifice, this event is not just a rally; it's a resounding call to action for fairness, dignity, and respect in social work education and profession. Let's transform our grievances into a spectacle of solidarity, creativity, and change."
