Advocates for Children of New Jersey (ACNJ) is launching Getting Ready for the World Cup: Keeping NJ Kids Safe, a four-part virtual Dine & Discuss series designed to equip parents, child care providers, and community partners with practical strategies to keep children safe during large-scale events and in everyday life.

Registration is free and open to the public:
https://tinyurl.com/ACNJWorldCup

The free series will be held every Wednesday in May at 6:00 PM via Zoom and will feature leading experts in child safety, public health, and online protection.

As global events increase travel, crowds, and online visibility, families face new and evolving safety challenges. This series brings together trusted voices to provide clear, actionable guidance that families can use immediately.

Featured Speakers Include:
- Brittany M. Butler, Resource Specialist 2, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC)
- Susan Flynn, Founding Member, New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking
- Dr. Uzma N. Hasan, MD, Regional Director, Northern Jersey Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Barnabas Health Medical Group
- Dr. Nandi Nelson, CEO, Social Behavior Learning Solutions
- John Pizzuro, Head of U.S. Law Enforcement & Safety Policy, Snap Inc. (Snapchat)
- Carrie Speiser, Director of Community Engagement, Prevent Child Abuse New Jersey

Series Sessions Include:
- May 6: Spotting the Signs: Protecting Children from Human Trafficking and Exploitation
- May 13: Healthy for the Moment: Vaccinations, Public Health, and Keeping Families Well
- May 20: Crowds, Chaos & Preparedness: Keeping Children Safe in Busy Public Spaces
- May 27: Online Safety in a High-Visibility Moment: Protecting Kids and Teens During Major Events

“This series is about giving families real tools they can use right now,” said Winifred Smith-Jenkins, Director of Early Childhood Policy and Advocacy at ACNJ. “As we head into a season of increased activity, visibility, and movement, preparation matters. When parents and caregivers know what to look for and how to respond, it changes outcomes.”

The Dine & Discuss format creates an accessible, welcoming space for participants to learn, ask questions, and connect with experts and peers across New Jersey.

Registration is free and open to the public:
https://tinyurl.com/ACNJWorldCup