Advocates for Children of New Jersey
Winifred Smith-Jenkins is currently the Director of Early Learning for Policy and Advocacy at Advocates for Children of New Jersey. Prior to this role, Winifred held the position of Senior Director at Zadie's of The Oranges. Winifred earned a Doctor of Education - EdD in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration from Fairleigh Dickinson University, a Master's degree in Health Administration from Clemson University, and a Bachelor of Science - BS in Biology, General from Claflin University. Additionally, Winifred attended Tougaloo College from 1994 to 1998.
Advocates for Children of New Jersey
ACNJ, formerly Association for Children of New Jersey, is the trusted, independent voice putting children’s needs first for more than 40 years. Our work results in better laws and policies, more effective funding, and stronger services for children and families. And it means that more children are given the chance to grow up safe, healthy, and educated. Explore our site to get informed, take action, and find data on pressing issues facing New Jersey’s children and families.