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The New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project was established in 1983 to provide statewide support for New Jersey's self advocates. https://linktr.ee/NJSAP

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New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · Dec 5

Join NJSAP daily for programming across social media platforms and on Zoom!! Hope to see you soon! 👋👋

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 2h

Today is election day!

If you have any issues at the polls please reach out to Disability Rights New Jersey! They have you covered!!

DRNJ: (866) 493-0023 or email at [email protected]

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 6h

Today is Election Day and polls are open from 6am - 8pm!

Find your polling place here: www.nj.gov/state/ele...

If you have any problems contact DRNJ: (866) 493-0023 or email at [email protected]

USE YOUR VOICE AND VOTE!

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 18h

Quick Tip: With the time change, your body may need an extra moment to adjust. Use this week to listen to your body by taking a bit more rest, slowing down your morning, or setting a small boundary.
#HealthyLifestylesProject #HealthyLifestyles #QuickTip

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 20h

Love it or hate it, we all use money. But what is it and how do we
know where to spend it? This course will cover the basic principles of money. You will have the opportunity to practice everyday money
tasks and choices.

Register here: www.arcnj.org/progra...

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 1d

NJSAP is offering free Advisor trainings and free trainings on starting a Self-Advocacy Group! Visit our website to sign up: www.arcnj.org/progra...

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 1d

This month's NJSAP Wrap-Up is all about how to navigate our website!

Click the link to learn more:
www.youtube.com/watc...

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 2d

Today is the last day to vote early!
Come with us while we go to vote early in NJ and explain the process!

youtu.be/-tjpWUX5HNA

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 3d

Alice likes to vote for someone who will work for the people, not just themselves! Make sure you also get out and vote! #voting #GOTV25 #2025election

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 3d

Myth: I live in NJ but I attend college in Another state. I have to vote where I go to school.

Truth: As a student you are eligible to vote in NJ if you live in NJ but attend school in another state.

Source: www.nj.gov/state/ele...

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 3d

Important voting dates in November:

November 2nd-Early voting ends

November 4th-General Election

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 4d

Myth: I live in another state but I attend college in NJ. I have to vote where I live.

Truth: As a student you are eligible to vote in NJ if you reside in another state but attend college in NJ.

Source: www.nj.gov/state/ele...

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 4d

Made official in 2006, October has been a time to acknowledge that bullying has devastating effects on people and families such as avoidance, loss of self-esteem, increased anxiety, and depression.

Here are some Anti-Bullying tips and strategies to share to spread awareness.

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 5d

Matt has been voting since he was 18! Make sure you get out and vote! #voting #GOTV25 #2025election

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 5d

Myth: I have never voted before so I can't vote now.

Truth: You can vote in NJ if you are:
-A US citizen
-Registered to vote
-18 years old
-A NJ resident of the county for 30 days
-Not serving a sentence of incarceration

Source: www.nj.gov/state/ele...

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 6d

Glenn makes sure to vote! Make sure you are voting as well!
#voting #GOTV25 #2025election

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 6d

It’s time to get moving! Combining African and European dance
styles, jazz dance features improvisation. It pairs animated
expressions with sharp yet fluid motions, setting it apart from
traditional styles of dance.

Register here: www.arcnj.org/inform...

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 6d

Do you have questions about early voting? Come with us while we go to vote early in NJ and explain the process!

youtu.be/-tjpWUX5HNA

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 7d

Myth: I was convicted of a crime and I spent time in jail or prison so I can't vote.

Truth: If you are not currently serving a sentence of incarceration you CAN vote in NJ.

Voter Restoration Handbook: www.nj.gov/state/ele...

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 7d

Myth: I can't make it to the polls on election day so I can't vote.

Truth: NJ has early voting OPEN NOW! You can go in person to vote October 25-November 2 at the early voting locations in your county.

Find your early voting locations here: www.nj.gov/state/ele...

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 8d

Quick Tip: Take a mindful moment before your first interaction. Close your eyes, take three slow breaths, and set an intention. It helps you stay grounded and reduces stress.
#HealthyLifestylesProject #HealthyLifestyles #QuickTip

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 8d

Top 5 things you should know about early voting! Early Voting is open and ready for you!! #GOTV2025

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 8d

Myth: I turn 18 on general election day so I have to wait until after my birthday to register.

Truth: If you will be 18 by election day than you can register to vote at 17. In fact, you can even vote in the primaries at 17.

Source: subscriber.politicop...

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 9d

"I vote to express my opinions about policies and politicians"-Andrew S.
#voting #GOTV25 #2025election

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 9d

Myth: I have to mail in a copy of my ID with my Mail-In Ballot.

Truth: Your Mail-In Ballot only requires your voter signature. If it is your first time voting there may be more requirements.

Source: www.nj.gov/state/ele...

New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project @njsap.bsky.social · 10d

"We can choose who we want in office" -Pam K
#voting #GOTV25 #2025election