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NJFC Program Application Deadline - Extended
Final Deadline to apply for the New Jersey Foster Care Scholars Program has been extended to Tuesday, September 1, 2026
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DCF Connected
This section of NJYRS brings together all of the opportunities on the site specific to young people who have been or are currently connected with DCF.
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Regardless of immigration status, every person who lives in or visits New Jersey has rights.
Office of New Americans
Learn about a new Mental Health Resource accessible for youth in New Jersey.
Mental Health
EnlightenMENT
Learn about a peer mentoring program designed by youth like you. EnlightenMENT matches you with a supportive role model who has lived experience.
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Siblings' Bill of Rights
This bill was signed by Governor Murphy in January 2023 and was developed by the NJ DCF Youth Council.
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NJFC Program Application Deadline - Extended
Final Deadline to apply for the New Jersey Foster Care Scholars Program has been extended to Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Apply Now
DCF Connected
This section of NJYRS brings together all of the opportunities on the site specific to young people who have been or are currently connected with DCF.
Learn More
Regardless of immigration status, every person who lives in or visits New Jersey has rights.
Office of New Americans
Learn about a new Mental Health Resource accessible for youth in New Jersey.
Mental Health
EnlightenMENT
Learn about a peer mentoring program designed by youth like you. EnlightenMENT matches you with a supportive role model who has lived experience.
Learn More
Siblings' Bill of Rights
This bill was signed by Governor Murphy in January 2023 and was developed by the NJ DCF Youth Council.
Learn More
