Press Releases & Op-Eds
PCA-NJ’s Child Wellness Institute Positively Impacts 5 Newark Schools – Students, Educators and Parents – with Impact 100 Essex Grant
A Newark elementary school class partaking in yoga as part of the Children’s Wellness Initiative.
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – June 13, 2022 – Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey and its nonprofit subsidiary Child Wellness Institute (ChildWIN®) — with generous support from Impact 100 Essex — brought its Children’s Wellness Initiative to five Newark elementary schools. The program was delivered from February 2021 through May 2022 and reached 1,570 children in 125 classrooms, 200 teachers, and 208 parents. Continue reading
Child Wellness Institute’s Trauma Transformation Initiative Positively Impacts Entire Trenton School District
A “Wellness Warrior Club” student comforts a younger student – demonstrating kindness, co-regulation and mindfulness in action at Gregory Elementary School in Trenton.
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – January 24, 2022 – The Child Wellness Institute (ChildWIN®), a nonprofit subsidiary of Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey, has expanded its Trauma Transformation Initiative (TTI) throughout the Trenton School District. ChildWIN® began its TTI work with the District in January 2021. One year later, surveys showed the program has led to improvement in teacher confidence in managing challenging classroom behaviors – because teachers now understand the brain science and meaning behind the behavior – and daily use of trauma-informed practices. Continue reading
Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey Welcomes New Board Member
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – August 3, 2021 – Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey (PCA-NJ) welcomes Alycia M. Guichard of Verizon Communications, Inc. to its Board of Directors. “Alycia brings exceptional leadership and professional skills that will further strengthen our efforts to ensure a great childhood for every child in New Jersey. We will benefit from her expertise and energy,” stated Gina Hernandez, Executive Director. Continue reading
Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey and ChildWIN Launch Young Professionals Advisory Council
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – June 30, 2021 – Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey (PCA-NJ) and Child Wellness Institute (ChildWIN) announce the launch of their Young Professionals Advisory Council (YPAC). YPAC members will promote PCA-NJ and ChildWIN programs and raise funds, while the Board of Directors and senior leadership will provide mentorship and networking opportunities. Executive Director Gina Hernandez stated, “We are delighted to welcome the first cohort of our Young Professionals Advisory Council – a group that brings passion and enthusiasm for our cause of building a brighter future for children. We look forward to partnering with these impressive individuals.” Continue reading
Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey Announces New Board Member
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – April 29, 2021 – Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey (PCA-NJ) welcomes the Reverend Dr. Darrell L. Armstrong to its Board of Directors. “Reverend Armstrong embodies the spirit of community and brings exceptional talent to the board. We will benefit from his insight and expertise as we continue our work to build a brighter future for all New Jersey children,” stated Gina Hernandez, Executive Director. Continue reading
Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey Board of Directors Announces Appointment of New Executive Director, Gina Hernandez
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – March 2, 2021 – The Board of Directors of Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey (PCA-NJ) and its nonprofit subsidiary Child Wellness Institute (ChildWIN) is pleased to announce that Gina Hernandez will succeed Rush L. Russell as its next Executive Director beginning on April 5, 2021.
Board President Robert Rotondi stated, “Gina has been a key member of our team in various roles since 2005. We are confident her many talents, collaborative and engaging management style, and wide-ranging experience will benefit children and families throughout New Jersey. Gina is uniquely positioned to ensure sustained programmatic excellence and development of new initiatives. Our board and employees look forward to continuing to work with Gina to build a brighter future for children.” Continue reading
Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey Board of Directors Announces Retirement of Executive Director, Rush L. Russell
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – February 1, 2021 – With deep gratitude for his leadership and vision, the Board of Directors of Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey (PCA-NJ) announced that the nonprofit organization’s Executive Director, Rush L. Russell, will retire on April 2, 2021. Mr. Russell’s decision to retire will bring to a close a remarkable 12 years of service to PCA-NJ.
Board President Robert Rotondi stated, “Children and families from New Jersey and throughout the country have benefited from Rush’s expertise, leadership and determination to support effective strategies to prevent all forms of child maltreatment. The PCA-NJ Board, staff and our many partners feel privileged to have worked with Rush and are enormously grateful to him for his myriad contributions.” The Board also recognized Rush for his successful efforts to build a stronger financial foundation that will sustain the agency’s mission into the future.
Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey Announces Two New Board Members
Date: February 27, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact Name: Pamela Stalcup
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone Number: 732-246-8060 x123
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – February 25, 2020 – Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey (PCA-NJ) welcomed two new members to its Board of Directors: Jodi Hutchison-Sanford and Anupa Wijaya. “Both of our newest Board members embody the spirit of community and bring talent, expertise and energy. We are very fortunate to have them by our side as we continue our work to build a brighter future for all New Jersey children,” stated Rush L. Russell, Executive Director.
Continue readingNew CDC Report Shows Preventing Early Childhood Trauma Can Lead to Dramatic Improvements in Long-term Health and Life Outcomes
by Rush L. Russell, Executive Director, Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey
103 Church Street, Suite 210, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Last week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a major new report, Vital Signs, focused on prevention of early childhood adverse experiences (ACEs). Vital Signs is a monthly report from the CDC about a major health issue in the U.S. and what can be done about it.
Continue readingSenator, Commissioners Joined Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey at the House New Jersey State House to Discuss the CDC Report on Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences
November 15, 2019
For immediate release
For more information, contact:
Pamela Stalcup, PCA-NJ & ChildWIN
Office: 732-246-8060 x123
Cell: 732-484-9977
E-mail: [email protected]S
TRENTON, NJ, November 15, 2019: At the New Jersey State House, Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey (PCA-NJ) Executive Director Rush Russell provided an overview of what he deemed “one of the most powerful public health reports of the last 50 years” — the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Vital Signs November 2019 report: Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) – Preventing Early Trauma to Improve Adult Health. The new report found that preventing ACES could reduce the incidence of depression by 44% and reduce cases of other major chronic health condition, such as heart disease, by more than 10%. Russell stated, “These findings are astounding – where else can you find, in one place, solutions to complex social and health challenges in the U.S.?”
Continue readingPCA-NJ’s Child Wellness Institute Positively Impacts 5 Newark Schools – Students, Educators and Parents – with Impact 100 Essex Grant
Child Wellness Institute’s Trauma Transformation Initiative Positively Impacts Entire Trenton School District
