UWCJ supports and celebrates our community’s diverse population with a variety of programs and initiatives that help all members of our community succeed.
Over 20% of Middlesex county’s population is Latinx, and almost 25% is Asian. Over 33% of our population hails from foreign countries, and almost 50% of our residents speak a language other than English at home.
UWCJ’s Immigration Committee brings community awareness and promotes advocacy to eradicate problems faced by many immigrants such as unlawful detention, deportation, language barriers, family separation, financial instability, and food insecurity.
If you’re interested in joining the committee, please contact Gloria Aftanski at 732-247-3727.
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) provides year-round, free tax preparation for income-eligible residents, including ITIN holders.
The Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) provides first-time, expecting mothers with free parenting coaching and support services through a regular schedule of at-home visits from trained nurses.
UWCJ’s Family Advocate in Jamesburg helps preschool parents and other community residents find support services and resources, including immigration and legal assistance.
