The purpose of the New Jersey Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect (NJTFCAN) is to study and develop recommendations regarding the most effective means of improving the quality and scope of child protective and preventative services provided or supported by State government, including a review of the practices and policies utilized by the Division of Youth and Family Services and Division of Prevention and Community Partnerships in the Department of Children and Families.

The Task Force is comprised of volunteer members who are broadly representative of the community, including members who have expertise in the prevention and treatment of child abuse and neglect.   Its 30 members possess a variety of experience ranging from child protection and law enforcement to advocates for children and parents.

December 2, 2011
July 22, 2011


New Jersey Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect
Department of Children and Families
PO Box 711
Trenton, NJ 08625-0711
Phone: 609-292-0888

Adrienne E. Jackson, Executive Coordinator