The Arc of New Jersey Office of Public Affairs
Celine Fortin, Associate Executive Director
Michael Berg, Communications Coordinator
Public Relations
Public and media relations play a big role in our ability to be effective advocates. The Arc of New Jersey works to keep the media informed of our positions on
important issues. We also publicize the good work of our members, volunteers, and staff through regular press releases. Public relations activities also include
working with community groups, corporations and statewide organizations to ensure that our message is getting out.
Membership Services
The Department maintains a statewide membership database and agency mailing lists. We process
memberships sent by the Local County Chapters and assist them in coordinating membership drives, meetings and written materials. Are you a member of The Arc? If not, click here!
Other membership activities include organizing the Annual Meeting of the agency, coordinating the
annual awards program, and representing The Arc on various task forces and committees. The Department also oversees the publication of the membership newsletter, Progress.
Chapter Services
The Department acts as a communication link between the Local, State and National Chapters of The
Arc to insure that information flows smoothly between these entities, particularly information in the areas of membership, public relations and resources for families. The Department works with chapters
on coordinated statewide public awareness campaigns such as Mental Retardation Awareness Month (March), and specialized activities such as the annual statewide Walkathon, Step Up For The Arc.
Information Services
Information Services includes information and referral services to members, people with developmental
disabilities, their families, professionals, students and the general public. The Department receives more than 300 calls a year requesting assistance, information or a referral to another agency.
Electronic Media
The Department also maintains The Arc of New Jersey website and oversees our newest interactive website, The ArcLink New Jersey.
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