Hudson County Council for Young Children

What is HCCYC — Hudson County Council for Young Children?

The HCCYC Will build strong partnerships with — parents/families, providers and other community stakeholders — to improve the health, education, safety and well-being of children, families, and communities
The HCCYC will work together to develop mutually-established goals, and help to implement strategies, programs, and, activities that reflect the priorities of families and community stakeholders.

HCCYC’s Purpose

To build strong and successful communities actively involving parents and community members.
Help community partners to identify issues and concerns that affect infants, young children and families.
Learn about and provide input in the development of community services
Ensure that state and local policies and practices recognize the strengths as well as meet the needs of families in Hudson County.
Ensure that the children of Hudson County are prepared to enter school, and be successful learners throughout their lives.

Goals of the HCCYC

The goal of the HCCYC is for Hudson County to become a strong and successful community with active input from parents & other interested community members guided by professionals.

Who can be involved?

WHO? Community members—mothers, fathers, grandparents, families, local leaders, health providers, childcare and Head Start workers, school staff, and other stakeholders—who live, work, and care about the children of Hudson County. Local residents will be the co-leaders of the Council with support from the New Jersey Council for Young Children.

WHEN? Monthly meetings through the year.

WHERE? Meetings will be held at rotating, convenient Hudson County locations, as determined by the Council members.

For information about meeting dates, events and activities:

Calendar of upcoming meetings:   Calendar

Minutes of Steering Committee Meeting Steering Committee Meeting

Contact Ishea Neal at (201) 451-8888 ext.170 ineal@ulohc.org