Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Thought of the Day " Press 2 for Spanish "

I was just going to work today and was passing Walgreens from where I live and was very frightened to see a few signs by Walgreens written in Spanish. I'm honestly am frightened by what this country is becoming and turning in to. Before, when every one knew English and it was a mutual language that every one spoke and understood and were respectful to the law enforcement and weren't afraid of the law, everything was handy dandy. But now, I see change.
 
 
 
When I came here in 1997, I learned English right away. That was my first priority. Then, I went to school in American schools. There weren't any prejudice, or outcasted yet, split up school systems or disctricts where if your'e Hispanic you have to go to a public school where only Spanic speaking schools are located at. Or different religious schools. Well. That is a little bit more understandable.
 
At the same time, prejudice, and race and class of language is ethical problem. I also think that, it's in a way a form of discrimination. Why should certain countries should divide their country apart in to different language barriers. Go out there! Travel! Find things out! Learn a new language, not including Spanish if you already speak Spanish and you are Latina! I'm just saying that, it's great that you are Spanish. English, British and or any other ethnicity. It's great! Be proud of who you are! But don't change another countries law's to adjust it to your custom. That's not right for other people that live here or work here just as hard as you earned your right to be a citizen.
 
Why do we have to press 2 for Spanish? Why can't there be just Press 3 for Italian, Press 4 for German, Press 5 for French and so on. Why only Spanish language? Why do when people migrate to America, they think they have a power to change the law in their own hands? Laws are there to be created and to be followed.
 
Lawyers are there to obey and follow these laws. Not to change them to people who don't want to obey them.
 
It's ridiculous to why these certain people make their lives accustomed to their own. Like changing English signs in to Spanish.  Learn our language! And our laws'! Don't change your own because it was your own law in your own country.

Thursday, June 4, 2015

"The life of a journalist. "

Robbery , murder, rape, child molsters are the most type of people that we get to see every day on the news. Same stories. Just different people. Why is this still a problem in our culture in 2015? IF we were so civilized, then why are we building robots? To help us with the cultural problems like hate and job loss?

 Crime in America has gotten worse. Especially with race in such a big and problamatic problem and topic. Is race an excuse to rob, rape and or murder some body? My only question is, why? Why do people do the things they do? What is their motive? Success or to be in jail? Majority of the crimes that are being committed are the poor citizens. How can we change that? Does education help the process off crime rate to lower in our society? Is it that hard for a student to come to school? Where does education in school become the most important and affects an influences a student to start to become who they really are. Education. It makes a difference in our lives.

When as a reporter, one must show the whole picture. Investigate and understand the other persons problem. Suspect or victim. It all comes to the end. Who's right or who was wrong. 

But, as the other person who's the judge of this, would say. I don't know that person well. Maybe, I never met them at all. But, does that judge have a right to judge? First apearance matters. In so many ways. 


Saturday, March 28, 2015

How much does a woman have privacy verses a man in her chosen career?

In the most recent , political scandal, such as , Hilary Clinton's e-mail scandal, I'm sure that there are two types of personalities. There is a career woman , and then, there is a personal life in a woman that chooses her career.

This time, the woman is Hilary Clinton. Who is currently married to past President Bill Clinton. Whom, many people referred to as the best President in history.  Until he reached another scandal with Monica Luinski.

Hilary Clinton's scandal has erruptted, and to my believes has violated her privacy. On September 19th, 2013, my privacy has been violated. A man who was, is a professor has falsly represented his case against me and claimed me off intimidating him, and that, I was sexually harassing him in an adult, college enviornment.

It is illegal for a professor to do that under section ii8. He has violated many laws under discrimination against a woman and  a man's rights...

There should be no such violation. But, it has happened in, a small community county college that is run by the state in New Jersey.

It's sad, so that's why I'm supporting, Hillary Clinton in the email case. Because, her's and my privacy has been violated. After I was found not guilty.

This should be concerning to all women.

It's a fact that, every 20 minutes, in India, a woman is being raped. Nearly three rape victims in India are under the age of 18. And under 10 are under 14 .

For a woman to be accused of sexual harassment, is ridiculous. My self, who was a student for a year, has never been in trouble by the law, and had a high GPA of 3.0. Had a good career, until an asshole stopped my dreams from happening.

This is why I believe a woman should end this corruption and this type of incidences by her becoming the President of the United States of America.

It's true that, women get paid less then men. Men have all the advantages in the world. But, women need to make high standards against these types of men.

I'm not trying to make a bad name for good men that are out there. Like good cops, fire fighters and other law enforcement. But, majority of such acts that happen, they happen to women most often. 

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

George Zimmerman accuses President Barack Obama off racism

George Zimmerman has accused President Barack Obama of racism. Mean while a few years back, he was accused of murdering an innocent African American male who was fighting for his life at the moment right before Zimmerman has shot the victim.

The suspect is now, in March of 2015 is accusing the President of the United States off racism.

This is by far ridiculous. Why is Zimmerman still walking freely? Clearly it shows that criminals have more rights then the victim does.

To be continued. 

Monday, January 5, 2015

OUTRAGEOUS 22% TAX INCREASE AGAIN in Atlantic City.



"For Press Release " 

(ATLANTIC CITY, JULY 25, 2013) Fresh off a 100% increase in property taxes just six short years ago, Atlantic City residents once again received a tax bill this week containing another 22% increase to their property taxes. 

“Six years ago our taxes doubled in Atlantic City. They have risen every year since. And unfortunately, it hasn’t stopped. Once again our local municipal government has hit us with a 22% property tax increase. This is an outrage to all residents of Atlantic City.” said Don Guardian, candidate for Mayor of Atlantic City in the upcoming November election.

Guardian pointed to his work for the Special Improvement District as an example of how much better the city could be run.

“I manage a budget and oversee over 175 employees and work with over 900 property owners for the Special Improvement District.” said Guardian.

“We pick up the trash, clean the streets, keep neighborhoods well lit and provide effective security. All on a budget that’s much less than what the Atlantic City government operates on now.

You can see the results for yourself. This is my vision for all of Atlantic City. I can bring Special Improvement District benefits - at a common sense cost - to all residents of Atlantic City.”

Don Guardian has been the Director of the Atlantic City Special Improvement District’s Division of the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority for the last twenty years. Before that he was Executive Assistant to the President of the Claridge Casino Hotel and spent 15 years as an Executive of the Boy Scouts of America.

A Member and Former Vice-President of the Metropolitan Business Citizen's Association, Don is the current President of the Historical Gardner's Basin Foundation, 35 year member, and former Club President and District Governor of Rotary International, 12 year Member of the Board of the New Jersey Downtown Associatio, 10 year member and Former President of the South Jersey A.I.D.S. Alliance and 7 year Member of the Board of the Atlantic City Boys and Girls Club

A lifelong New Jersey resident, Don has lived in Atlantic City for over 20 years.

Thursday, January 1, 2015

Brain storming; " Original work. " .

It hasn't been the first time, since she thought off what could have happened if she wouldn't have let go. Or, the decision would have been final. With a fatal blow. Finally. She thought, the nightmare would have been over. It's not like , it was the first time,  this has happened to her. Nor, the second. Maybe, it was just a bad day. She thought to her self. Not something that happens every day. Bad day, after bad day. Let's talk about a bad year.


And then, her eyes opened. She had awakened. Her vision was just a little bit blurry from the dream . Realization of what she had seen and witnessed was a night mare. Indeed. She thought.

The sweet kisses from the last night was definetly not a dream. He was laying right next to her. Sleeping , off course. Finally, not a dream, or a nightmare.


One of these days, she'd think to her self. He'll stay.  Or, there would be , just someone, maybe someone ones in a while by her side. And she wouldn't be the only girl at home, in her apartment , surrounding by four walls, which almost reminded her a jail cell that she'd seen in a movie a few days ago.

Clearly, she was a single woman living with her cat. As though, it was so obvious for others to tell.
That's why, every where she'd went, men turned around, and be like, " Girl, you still single? "

" Defaq? How do you know that? I was wondering the same about you. "

" It aint like it's Malibu here in New Year. "

" Yea, or rain bows with sprinkles on it. "



" The White House ; " Year of Action of 2014! "

The President of the United States of America, President Barack Obama stated that, "2014 was a breakthrough year for America. Indeed it has. In 2014, our economy has grown dramatically and  change has been noticed all over the country. From falling gas prices, to to pushing industry to a high gear,  and real action was taken on immigration and climate change has changed 2014 in to a better year in politics. "

The White House stated that, " 2014 was the year of action. "

Chief of Staff Denis Mc Donough just recently released his top ten moments in the White House from 2014.

1. ) Obama meets two friends.

While, the President's appearance on the show has left many people speechless during the interview, some thought the interview was hilarious. Some of the interview high lights during the interview were definetly the highlight of the year.

2. ) The Bear got lose in Down Town D. C.

3. ) 2014 has become the best job growth since 1990.

3. ) President Barack Obama ended the war.

4. ) Faught climate change with air  pollution.

5. ) Thanks to the Affordable Care Act 10 million Americans has gained health insurance.

6.  ) The President charged relationship with Cuba.

7. ) First lady started the "Eating Health program. "

8. ) FCC for free and open internet for every one.

9. ) Took action on the immigration system.

10. ) Capped student loan monthly payments at 10 percent of payments.

Happy New Year! ( 2015 )


Sunday, December 28, 2014

Miley Cyrus : " And Feminity. "

Dear Instagram,

I have a problem with you posting naked Miley Cyrus photo's. For one reason and one reason only. There was an article stating that, the reason for Miley Cyrus behavior lately that has outraged the public, is because, she has been standing up for women's rights and feminist issues along the way.

My only main problem with her actions towards the behavior is, that, every woman is out raged that, they can no longer publicly breast feed their new born children. Yet, Miley Cyrus behavior is aloud to be publicized on television ? Yet, her nude photo's can be posted on face book, Instagram, Twitter and other social media? I have a very big problem.

Only because, I'm not a mother. But, her actions and half naked photo's are making a big impact on the younger adults for making irrational decisions such as slutty clothing and becoming a parent at an early age. This is something that a lot of parents are afraid for their daughters.

I would have been to, if I saw an idol change so drastically and making an excuse such as stanidn gup for women's rights . That's not the way to do so.

Use your common sense. And please, can someone put some right clothing on that child? That goes to Ariana Grande as well.

Sunday, December 14, 2014

Dear Mayor De Blasio ( Shame on You ) .

Dear @Mayor De Blasio, 

I have always been surrounded by fire fighters, police department and government officials since I was little. Therefore,  I respect police officers and fire fighters. For a government official to go after the NYPD department or officials, is wrong. If I was the Mayor, I would have arrested the protesters and have made protesting illegal after rioting towards the law. The police department , in New York, is what makes this town safe. Who comes to your calls when one needs help or one needs a restraining order against an ex boyfriend, girlfriend? Who burned down a church in Ferguson? Who lootted stores? I'm guessing, you support these acts. These acts are called criminal acts. 

So what your technically are saying is, legalize every single crime so that, the police department can't arrest? You have already legalized marijuana. I don't agree. I was raised in the late 80's. To understand and respect the law. Not to go against it. 

John F. Kennedy spoke these very words. He said , " My fellow Americans, ask not what not what your country can do for you, ask what your country can do for you. " 

Mayor, what have you done for our country so far in office? 

Friday, December 12, 2014

Mr. 3000 ; " Memory Loss .

This is an example from my novel which I'm working on! Although, English is my second language, and it's the second year, that, I'm working on , I'm still  writing and trying my best to describe events and scene's from my idea's that I get from my dreams! I hope you will like an example that I will give you in my book in progress! So excited! I just can't sleep! And thank you for your support!


"The smoke meandered whimsically up into the clear blue sky, as the 
snowflakes gently drifted back down to mother natures breast, a crisp nasal clearing mentholy pine was fresh in the air, interuppted lovingly by a warm rich woodsmoke coming from the old weathered yet homely log cabin. hidden from time and noise..the land around the cabin looked inhabited, yet distant enough for serene thoughts of the scent of pine wood burning in the fire place that gave fire the strength to ignite and light the fire for a period of time. 


His constant memory drew his wife closer and closer towards his chest as her breasts touched him passionately while they were making love inside the beautiful cabin he had rented after their wedding night in Vermont. Her slight kisses gently touched his lips. He could taste her lip stick from Victoria Secret. Not that she needed any make up, although, she was so beautiful without. "

Sunday, December 7, 2014

" Being a Woman " - And Still Single. " - "Why Do Men Care!? "

Being a woman is not an easy thing. Many people, men especially believe that, women , we have it all. They have it all wrong. On so many levels.  To share a personal story with you, well. Let's just say, just stepping out off the apartment, I get stared a lot. I might get asked a lot of questions just by walking down the street like, " You single girl? " , " Or , why you still single? ". I still wonder, how do they know that? Or, why do they still care that I' still single.

Being single, independent, and paying your bills on time is hard enough. I'm sorry, being independent and not relying on a man , meaning marrying one on time before age 25 is a myth. I don't need a man to be married to or dating one so that, it'll be easier to pay my bills or save money. I don't need a child to prove my family that, I'm worthy .

I might not be the married type , but I am 100% a career woman that , some day want to become a lawyer. A criminal lawyer. Maybe, one day, I will have it all. But, right now, I'm enjoying my last three years in my twenties. It's fun being a mature, twenty seven year old. Yes, it's sure is.

A lot of women some times, do struggle to keep their weight in tact. These are all the images that internet, puts in to our brains. Like, Calvin Klein Over Weight supper model that became the next image  off Calvin Klein. I disagree. She looks like a complete anorexic stick like figure that wants to gain some weight but can't seem to gain confidence. 

Some men out there only go after looks. Not the brains. They can have it both. Looks and brains.  

A lot of people asked me lately," What do I look in a man.? " 

My answer is .  . . . . " I don't look for a man. I don't run after a man either. I just live my life and like to avoid all drama at all cost!  The end. " 

And honestly, most problems with women, begin with men. . . . 

"Do College's and Universities Think That They're Above The Law!? "


With my learning disability, ADHD And PSTD that I have not yet been diagnosed yet, that the college has caused me so much pain, stress and suffering, I feel like, that, Most college's think that, they're above the law.

When during the hearing there are students that get to attend a students hearing. Unprofessional and untrained staff that get's to make unrulling decision  that has decided decisions jut like the Grand Jury that has chosen for, George Zimmerman, Ferguson police department, and the New York Police Department to get away with murder. Yet "O. J Simpson " is still in prison because he's black. Does that make sense at all? This is why , I want to become a criminal lawyer and defend those who have been possibly falsley accused of murder due to race, and injustice that the police departments policies that need to be changed while they try to stop crime. 


The fact that, just about 50% of criminals are black!? That's what they say about our marriage divorce rate. About 50 % Americans end up divorcing with their spouce. We have a first African American president and, the first American family in New York City who's First Lady's is well, black. And I 100% support them! 

To underestimate the justice system is one thing. But to accuse someone without any prove off evidence, and yet the justice system is so messed up, well at least not all of it, but I clearly see the difference between Ferguson and New York style protesting is much peace full. Amen. Amen.


The reason why these facts have affected me so much is, because once you get in to trouble, you start to realize how these law's affect you , emotionally, personally and start to affect your reputation and your family. 

Friday, December 5, 2014

Ferguson Speech " Public. "

It's sure is , very upsetting to see your child suffer. Or even lose a child. Especially when it comes to police brutality, school shootings, abortions, miscarriages or any of these life altercating situations that can damage a reputation or change your life for ever. Anything can happen to any  one. We live life and there for , we suffer, cry, have happy moments and , at the same time, we do suffer.


In between those happy moments, there are the bad times, and the good times that go along with living life. But, in the most cases off police brutality, like, Ferguson Missouri case or the New York Choke hold case, these cases are yet again, very, very sensitive when it comes to race. Race should not be a problem while being arrested, or getting in trouble by the law. It's the crime that has been committed. Or has not.


Thursday, December 4, 2014

Ben Carson Blaimes Feministism For Police Shootings

The latest news on the police brutality that has risen as the most recent Civil Case in Ferguson and then New York City on the victim that has died while police officer was found not guilty has risen protesters to protest all over the United States.  It's a touching yet very sensitive situation for every American.

This is not a black problem and a White America  and Latino and Asian America, there's the United States of America.  - President Barack Obama spoke these very words on November 30th, 2014th on "Meet The Press. " .

Mean while, Ben Carson has spoken his opinion as a conservative has blamed Feministist's for the police shootings. Not all of the encounters with the police end up with shootings. These are rare moments off what can happen if a citizen does not listen to the police. If you're told by the police to raise your hands or to get off the street, then, just listen to the police officer. Don't yell, don't scream. If you are under arrest for false accusation, which has happened to me, and you regulate and do what you're told, your charges might get dropped later after an investigation.

My other main point and main concern with these " Civil Rights " cases are that, there is a reason to , why , I'm still single. That, is, because of the comments made Ben Carson. I wonder if his mother raised him and gave him a chance at living the life he's living now. And or his father. Yet alone, where was Brown's father when he needed some one to look up to as a good father figure?

And, that's another reason to why, there isn't a woman President yet still in 2014. Not every man blames it's the woman's fault, or, the other woman. Take action for your own responsibility. 

Tuesday, November 25, 2014

""FRIENDS " - Single and ready to mingle.

Imagine you being the only single friend, out of all of your circle of friends? Imagine how that feels? Oh my god. I've been there! To find my self in a very complicated situation! ( It was so laughable that I got a little bit depressed! )

Did any of you notice that? Like, why are you the only single person out of all your circle of friends? That doesn't make sense.

The best place to be if you are single, is at bars. Any type of bars.  Like ,  karaoke nights or go to a regular bar. Start a conversation, about anything that has to do with a bar.

And if you have a best friend, go with the best friend on your first time at a bar. He/ she will definitely keep you looking like your'e " NOT " single.

And if you have a girl that is a best friend, ' GREAT! " you have scored! Because, if you're a girl, and she's your best friends will keep you single! ( ha ha ha )


If you still think, that your best friend is your best friend, then, why are you still single?

Isn't it a little bit to suspicious? 

Saturday, November 22, 2014

My real heart break in 2012.

My dating experience, has been up and down since 2012. I have moved on, not to find out my ex's , supposingly who told me, that, he was " gay . " Is now married! Not to a man, but, to a woman.

I by accident stumbled upon an article on face book. What happened was truly a real heart break. I guess, you can say, I had feelings for him, and he didn't. Only because, to find out, he slept with my gay best friend who was a guy. He harassed me at work to a point I lost my job at a hair salon. I lost my career in college. Almost. I am allowed to go back to school sooner then later. I have decided to become a lawyer. And, things are going so far pretty good for me.

Accept one thing. I stumbled upon a face book article that caught my eye. A couple in a wedding dress that the groom looked like my ex. Gay? I thought. Is he really is gay? As soon as I saw the photo, I was heart broken and cried. Just a little. All the lies, all the crimes, he has committed, and harassed me, because he thought he could, just nearly made me break down.

She is pretty, a blonde, and has a beautiful wedding dress. To find out that, the other women stole your  or I never had him, got married to someone who is a liar, and a cheater. It's like, two peace in a pod. Guess, she really wanted him so bad. She won the fight and she can have him.

I'm still kind of not over it. Trying to get over the heart break of finding out that, he's married now.

I think. If that's the case, it's another motivation for me, to carry on and stay motivated and positive!

Amen! 

"Why am I almost 30 and still single? "



To every one who's ever been in a relationship absolutely knows or has been cheated on if you are still single and is in your early thirties, late twenties and turning thirty and you are still single. Trust me, usually, around thirties, men kind of want to settle down. You would think that way right? Wrong! I've been in plenty of relationships, only to get heart broken and be dead wrong about the guy I have dated on my last relationship which lasted for eight months. After eight months of "Kind " of dating, I have found my self single, yet again.

As an author, a reporter and a writer, I thought, I had it all. After telling him, how I felt about him, I found my self depressed after he did not reply back to my message. We had tones of things in common. At least, that's what I thought. Besides the fact, that, I did not have a car. But, that's besides the point.

Lately, men have been acting not sensere with women's feelings but honestly some treat them like they're the next Kim Kardashian. One problem I have with this. We as women, who have respectable careers as successful business women, lawyers and celebrities need to stop men treating us like we're nothing but an object. I have gained self control and self respect towards my self after the last break up.

We are to quick to judge men by their look and their appearance also. It's way to easy to judge a man by their looks. The same way men do to women. Some times. That is why, women complain that's why, there isn't way to many good men out there.

I have noticed, not to look at a mans looks, or how the man is cute, and or good looking yet attractive. a man is. I have noticed that, a man should treat a woman with respect. If, on the other hand, a woman let's a man treat her like she's a whore and sleeps with every man, then, that's why she's having a hard time finding a man and to stay with her.

The other problem I have with women, is, some become best friends with you, then, to find out that they have been cheating behind your back the whole time with your husband, boyfriend  or best friend.

Trust, is the number one reason why I have a hard time trusting men and women. It goes both ways.

Thanks for understanding.
Top few reasons why am I still single.

There are a few reasons why I am still single. 

Thursday, November 6, 2014

" Once Upon a Time There Was a Pen! " - A Short Story.

It was 1863. The night has fallen quietly, as it  was silent as  a public library in the middle of the day. Finally, he thought. Time to count the stars. The author reminded him self that, it would be a cloudy night. He would have been lucky to spot a star. As he came out of his wooden house, with his candle and a quilt with some drawing paper, he finally caught something magnificent. A shooting star. And so he made a wish. 

He also wondered, did these types of wishes come true. Was he so sure that one day his dream would come true. He had a brilliant idea that instead of a quilted feather, he would use an instrument to write with better than a quilt.It would have saved a lot of feathers, he thought. 



He also wished he could go back in time and erase what he had written. But some times, his idea's would have been kept private and a secret. Not all the time, this would have been imagined proven and true. He drew a wishing star, and then  his idea came out  of the blue. 

He started to draw a pen! Funny and ironicly , he laughed at his idea. And he thought that would never have happened. 

Saturday, October 25, 2014

Economic Release of Employment News.



Hillary Clinton, who was the First Lady to President Bill Clinton in 1992, and who'm six years later was impeached in 1998 who'm later became 67th Secretary of State serving under President Barack Obama. And who also represented New York in the U.S Senate. ( 2001 to 2009. ) 

In the most recent news, Hillary Clinton, who is a 2016th Presidential nominee has recently stated that, " Don't Let Anybody Tell You That It's Corporations Businesses That Create Jobs. " .Where ijreview.com has posted the article on , the job creation she can bring to The White House. 

President Barack Obama, who is the 44th President of the United States has created over, where in the month of October 2014th, job ratings fell bellow 6% and as hiring picked up. After a very long recession, five years later, after the nation rose from a crippling recession, economy finally started to be on track and picking up .

Although, the signs of improvement were only temporary, the evidence were tempered by remanning wage gain struggle to raise the minimum wage. 

After, Septembers ( 2014th ) unemployment rate was 5.9 percent which went down from 6.1 percent in August, President Barack Obama blamed Republicans for obstructing his proposal to help ordinary Americans. " Too much of the growth in income and wealth is going to the very top - not enough of it is being spread to the ordinary worker, and that means that we've still got some more work to do to put in place policies that make sure that economy works not just for the few, but it works for everybody. " 

The Nation added 248,00 jobs in September across almost all sectors of the economy. 
Over the year, the number of unemployed persons decreased 1.3 percent points and 1.9 million respectively. 

In September of 2014th, of October , 2.2 million citizens have found a respectable job. 

( Good signs. ) 

Thursday, October 9, 2014

Hundreds of High School Students in Middlesex County to Converge at RWJUH on Oct. 10 to Prepare Injury Prevention Lessons for Elementary School-Aged Peers


    RWJUH Safety Ambassador Program Now in Its Seventh Year

NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – Safety superheroes and, perhaps more impressively, teenagers who appear as themselves will spend several months this school year visiting younger district peers just beginning their academic journeys with the goal of teaching them valuable lessons to help keep them and their loved ones safe.

Through Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital’s Safety Ambassador Program (SAP), high school juniors and seniors are trained to present injury prevention lessons to first and second graders in their respective communities.  This school year, 23 high schools in central New Jersey – including, for the first time, Colonia High School - have signed up.

This Friday, October 10, more than 200 students, their school advisors and program volunteers will gather to learn about pedestrian safety, fall prevention, safety in and around cars and wheeled sports. Students will explore ways to creatively and successfully convey key messages to first and second graders. The SAP Safety Summit starts at 8:30 a.m. in the hospital courtyard.

“This is an opportunity for high school students to volunteer in a leadership capacity and to act as role models for younger children in their community,” explains Carol Lavitt, coordinator, Safety Ambassador Program at RWJUH.

The SAP program is funded with a grant from the State Farm Youth Advisory Board. In 2013, the YAB received a total of 804 applications, and RWJUH’s Injury Prevention Program was among only 64 to receive funding.

Lavitt added that this year, parents of the first and second graders are being asked to enroll in a three-year research study to help RWJUH determine the impact of the SAP on decreasing common childhood injuries.