Enjoy this year-end review highlighting the work and activities of AFNJ members

Panel conversation with peer leaders in municipal age-friendly advocacy: Cristina Cutrone, Deputy Mayor, Borough of Fair Lawn Karen Hartshorn Hilton, Trustee, Village of South Orange Barry Lewis, Township Manager, Township of Livingston Moderated by Althea Pestine-Stevens, Rutgers University School of Social Work

Our June 8, 2022 alliance meeting on “Engaging Historically Marginalized Older Adults in Age-Friendly Communities” had two enlightening presentations by Drs. Laurent Reyes and Melanie Plasencia, followed by a lively Q & A session. Some key takeaways included: • The importance of recruiting people with historically marginalized identities as leaders; • Designing events that include elements of cultural importance; and • Recognizing the leadership already occurring in communities.