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03/25/2026

FYI

The first step 👣 toward a fresh start!

City of Atlantic City O.N.E. Neighborhood Evolution and the Atlantic City Joint Municipal Court are hosting a “Put Your Life Back on Track” event, providing assistance with resolving outstanding municipal court matters (for eligible Atlantic City & Atlantic County cases) and helping with expungement filings:
✔️ Local service providers will on-site

🗓 Thursday, April 9
⏰9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍All Wars Memorial Building (1510 Adriatic Avenue)

Registration is strongly encouraged (but walk-ins are welcome): https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=9rH1Ht6J6UutcMuGpH87S8RSkoaLDDhPhOoLuULtVVBUN01YUTNQSVpOSDFVV0gyN0NWWlhYRUozRy4u&origin=QRCode

01/16/2026

Job Seekers of ALL AGES: sign up here for the Trades & Apprenticeships Career Expo: Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 2:30 PM https://tinyurl.com/TradeandApprenticeshipExpo LOCATION: EHT High School

01/15/2026

Fathers Matter.
Research continues to show what families already know: when fathers are present, intentional, and engaged, young children thrive. From reading and play to emotional coaching and daily routines, dads bring something powerful and unique to their child’s development.

In the latest Our Town digital publication, Michael Cupeles highlights how even small, consistent moments—15 minutes of focused attention—can strengthen bonds and support children’s language, emotional, and academic growth.

At New Jersey Head Start, we celebrate and support fathers and father figures as essential partners in early learning and lifelong success.

📖 Read the full article in the latest Our Town magazine here:
🔗 https://lnkd.in/g-zdksnD

01/06/2026

Our latest issue of Fatherhood Times is now available! This month’s newsletter focuses on belonging, connection, and reminding fathers and male caregivers that their presence truly matters. We invite families, community members, and supporters to read and share. Fatherhood Times is available in English and Spanish.

¡Ya está disponible la edición más reciente de Fatherhood Times! El boletín de este mes se enfoca en la pertenencia, la conexión y en recordar a los padres y figuras masculinas que su presencia sí importa. Invitamos a familias, miembros de la comunidad y aliados a leerlo y compartirlo. Fatherhood Times está disponible en inglés y español.

01/05/2026

12/10/2025

Tomorrow, Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 1 PM to 5 PM, the NJ Courts will partner with the Cape May County NAACP to support individuals who wish to file for criminal record expungements.

The event is open to the public and will take place at the Historic Whitesboro Grammar School,
100 East Main Street, Whitesboro, NJ 08252.

Spanish-speaking staff will be available, and a valid ID is required.

Flyers are included for anyone who may benefit or know someone who does.

12/04/2025

If you're not feeling festive this season, that's okay 🦃 Help is always available if you or someone you know is struggling with or substance use

💛 Help yourself and share to help others: samhsa.gov/find-help

12/04/2025

⛄ It’s that time of year when the days grow shorter, and the weight of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can feel heavier.

Learn the signs and symptoms of SAD and how to get help if you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms: samhsa.gov/SAD

12/04/2025

📲 Help is available!
NJ Department of Human Services’ Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services connects you to multiple hotlines & helplines which provide phone help, counseling, crisis intervention, addiction support and resources to individuals needing emergency assistance.

12/04/2025

There's still time to register for the final member discussion of 2025! Here is what will be on tomorrow's agenda:

💼 A presentation by Christopher Brown, Merchant Services Market Manager at PNC, on small business products for nonprofits available through the bank;

🏢 An overview from New Jersey Board of Public Utilities Research Scientist Iram Fatima Mansoor on the M-RISE which supports high-density multifamily properties with incentives and technical assistance for building upgrades.

🏛️ The latest on federal policy in wake of the government shutdown and what advocates should look out for in 2026 from Kim Johnson, Senior Director of Policy at the National Low Income Housing Coalition;

💡 Hear about options available to both LMI residents and property owners around utility relief and energy efficiency offered by Jersey Central Power and Light (JCPL);

📣 Get the latest news on NJ's lame duck session and advocacy efforts underway;

📆 Updates on programs and events from the Network!

Register NOW at tinyurl.com/Dec5discussion

12/04/2025

Winter can be a difficult season for many fathers. Shorter days, less sunlight, cold weather, and holiday pressures can increase feelings of loneliness or depression. If you’re feeling this — you are not alone, and nothing is wrong with you.

Research shows that men often carry emotional pain in silence, not because they don’t feel deeply, but because they’ve been taught to "stay strong" and keep going. But true strength isn’t suffering alone. True strength is reaching out and staying connected.

What the research tells us:

✔ Depression and loneliness increase during winter months
✔ Men are less likely to ask for help, even when they need it
✔ Talking to even one supportive person improves mental health
✔ Light, movement, and community support all help stabilize mood

What we want every father to know:

You matter.
Your health matters.
Your presence in your children’s lives matters.
And you do not have to carry everything alone.

This winter, try:

🌤 Getting 10 minutes of natural light
🏃‍♂️ Moving your body daily
💬 Reaching out to a friend or fellow dad
🧭 Connecting with community groups like D.A.D.S. Gateway
📱 Messaging us privately if you need support

You don’t have to walk through winter alone.
We are here. Your community is here.

If you need support, reach out.
Healing starts with one conversation.
Dads Gateway Gateway Community Action Partnership