NOTICE

The Office of the Child Advocate ceased operation effective June 30, 2010. 

The information below is from the NJ Department of Children and Families website:

In New Jersey, any person having reasonable cause to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or acts of abuse should immediately report this information to the State Central Registry (SCR). If the child is in immediate danger, call 911 as well as 1-877 NJ ABUSE. A concerned caller does not need proof to report an allegation of child abuse and can make the report anonymously.

For questions or concerns regarding Division of Youth and Family Services, contact the Division's Action Line at 1-800-331-DYFS.

For other concerns or questions, contact Constituent Relations Liaison at 609-292-1840 or email the Department at askDCF@dcf.state.nj.us

NOTE: Please do not report abuse or neglect allegations to this address, as the messages will only be read during regular business hours.

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As of July 1, 2010 The Office Of The Child Advocate will be abolished. Please refer to the link below for emergent needs.

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The Child Advocate is not a first responder. If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, call 1-877-652-2873

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