Crossroads NJ Conversations Series
Crossroads NJ Conversations was a four-part discussion series created to elevate and examine the key issues shaping New Jersey’s future ahead of the 2025 gubernatorial election. Presented by The Fund for New Jersey, the series convened community leaders, policy experts, and residents to foster informed dialogue and inspire active engagement in building the New Jersey we all deserve.
We are deeply grateful to our co-hosts and partners for their support, and to our exceptional speakers for sharing their insights and resources so generously.
Below you’ll find video recordings of each event, along with materials from our panelists to help you explore the public policy challenges facing the Garden State and learn how you can take action today.
Crossroads NJ 2025: The Future of Housing and Education in New Jersey
October 15, 6:00-9:00 PM
Princeton, NJ
Leading experts and policymakers discussed the future of education, housing, and land use in New Jersey, exploring strategies for equitable learning, growth, and sustainable community development.
Resources
- Advancing Affordable Housing Equity
- Affordable Housing in New Jersey
- Building on Progress, Taking Future Initiatives to House NJ
- Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
- Education Law Center
- Fair Share Housing Center
- Housing and Community Development Network of New Jersey
- Latino Action Network Foundation
- Mount Laurel at 50: New Jersey's Blueprint for Dismantling Residential Segregation
- New Jersey Public Schools Integration Lawsuit
- Record Number of NJ Towns Adopt Housing Plans, While a Small Few Attempt to Flaunt Law
Crossroads NJ 2025: The Future of the Environment and Transportation in New Jersey
August 20, 6:00-9:00 PM
Camden,NJ
Leading experts and policymakers discussed the future of climate, the environment, and transportation in New Jersey, focusing on sustainable solutions and innovative policies for a greener future.
Resources
Crossroads NJ 2025: The Future of Economic and Justice Reform in New Jersey
June 5, 6:00-9:00 PM
New Brunswick, NJ
Leading experts, policymakers, educators, and residents gathered for a dynamic discussion on the future of New Jersey's economy, fiscal policy, and justice reform, exploring innovative solutions and strategies for sustainable growth and equitable outcomes.
Resources
- Drug Policy Alliance
- New Jersey Citizen Action Education Fund
- New Jersey Policy Perspective
- Salvation and Social Justice
Doubling Down on Democracy: Conversations for Moving Forward
April 16, 1:00-5:00 PM
Newark, NJ
Leading experts and policymakers gathered for a democracy forum that featured a keynote by civil rights lawyer Sherrilyn Ifill and expert panels on immigration and voting rights. The day ended with a gubernatorial candidate forum focused on the issues of civil rights and justice.
Resources
- AAPI New Jersey
- ACLU New Jersey
- League of Women Voters of New Jersey
- Make the Road New Jersey
- New Jersey Alliance for Immigrant Justice
- New Jersey Institute for Social Justice
- New Jersey Working Families
The views and opinions expressed during the sessions are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official position of The Fund for New Jersey, event co-sponsors, or partners.
