GACR Information & Advocacy Resources

Community Colleges: Where Opportunity Begins!

This April, we celebrate the power of community colleges to open doors, change lives, and strengthen our workforce.

Join us in recognizing the students, faculty, and partners who make access, affordability, and innovation possible.

Take Action: This Is the Moment for Local Voices

The New Jersey Council of County Colleges

NJCCC supports 230,000 students across 49 campuses by advancing access, equity, and workforce readiness.

ACCT Community College Month Action

ACCT represents over 6,500 trustees across 500+ boards, advancing leadership and advocacy for community colleges.

Community College Advocacy Update Center

The American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) serves as the leading national voice for over 1,000 associate degree-granting institutions, advocating on behalf of nearly 12 million students across the country.

Celebrating Local Leadership. Strengthening Our Communities.

In recognition of NJ Local Government Week (April 12–18), Brookdale proudly hosts the 2nd Annual President’s Summit of Monmouth Mayors—bringing together municipal leaders to collaborate, innovate, and advance the future of our communities.

Office of Governor Mikie Sherrill

NJ Legislature

The 222nd New Jersey Legislature is currently in session.
It is FY27 Budget Season in Trenton. Watch Live Proceedings of the New Jersey Legislature.

A Capitol Day for Brookdale

On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, the Office of Governmental Affairs and Community Relations and Brookdale Trustees attended the Swearing-in Ceremony of the 222nd New Jersey Legislature and the Governor’s State of the State Address in Trenton.

Learn more about A Capitol Day for Brookdale.

Join us April 27th 2026 for Brookdale Day at the State Capitol. Stay Tuned For Details!

Federal Actions and Policies

Office of the President

Community Colleges: Where Opportunity Begins!