Future Forward
Join New Jersey Family Planning League for a pivotal statewide gathering to strengthen connections between clinical care and community-based support for sexual and reproductive health.
On September 24, 2026, the League will host the Future Forward conference in Princeton, NJ. Our goal is to advance equitable health care by building a more seamlessly integrated ecosystem in New Jersey—one where sexual and reproductive health is supported not only within clinical settings, but also through a strong network of nontraditional partners across the state.
The Future Forward Conference is more than a discussion of peers who wish to advance equitable sexual and reproductive health in New Jersey; it is a collective call to action. By integrating reproductive health into the broader fabric of New Jersey’s community services, we hope to ensure that access to these essential services and good health outcomes are a reality for every New Jerseyan.
September 24, 2026 | 8:30AM – 3:30PM
Princeton, NJ
Meet our Keynote Speakers
Dr. Monica McLemore
Kimberly Mutcherson
Join us for engaging breakout sessions on diverse topics
HIV Today: Prevention, Care, and Community Action
Join this session to explore current HIV trends, new prevention tools, including PrEP and U=U (Undetectable = Untransmittable), and strategies to reduce healthcare stigma. Learn strategies to reduce healthcare stigma and build community partnerships that expand access to care.
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Speaker
Mark Cruz, Rutgers University
Abortion Care in Practice: Access, Support, and Policy
Join us to explore patient-centered abortion counseling, referral networks, and practical support strategies. Panelists will also break down New Jersey’s legal landscape and the latest policy efforts impacting care.
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Panel Speakers
Dr. Kris Brandi, Luminosas Wellness Collective
Apria DeGuzman, The Women’s Centers
Phoebe Pollinger, Tovah
Reaching Young People: Strategies for Care and Connection
Learn how to better reach and support youth in sexual and reproductive healthcare. Panelists will share practical approaches to deepen engagement with current patients and connect with unreached young people.
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Speaker
Bethany Diaz, Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan NJ
Thomas Foley, HiTOPS
Shayne Judge, Rutgers University
Kathy Rodriguez, Education Consultant
Tazmine Weisgerber, ANSWER
Moderator
Blythe Ulrich, NJFPL Board
Bridging Care: Substance Use and Reproductive Health
Explore how to integrate low-barrier, equitable substance use disorder care into sexual and reproductive health settings. Learn practical strategies to reduce stigma, handle disclosures, and empower patients through education and strategic partnerships.
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Speaker
Iris Jones, New Jersey Department of Health
Advancing Maternal Health Through Partnership
This panel examines New Jersey’s maternal health landscape, identifying gaps in care and actionable strategies to bridge them. Discover how innovative partnerships are improving access, quality, and health equity for families statewide.
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Panel Speakers
Sakura Ando, NJFPL
Gina Arias, Moms Rising
Dr. Shelby Pitt, Rutgers Health
Trashaun Powell, Society of Family Planning
Jasmine Winters, Peaceful Minds Haven
Moderator
Dr. Rita Knause, NHCAC
Expanding Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare Access in Southern NJ
Join this panel to examine reproductive healthcare access in rural Southern New Jersey. Discover how community partnerships and innovative care models are breaking down barriers and expanding services.
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Panel Speaker
Dr. Emma Cortes, Migrant Health Collaborative of South Jersey
Dr. Haydeeliz Hopkins, Healthcare Administrator
Dr. Miriam Langer, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Moderator
Bridget Bohannon, Famcare, Inc
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📢 FINAL CALL FOR REGISTRATIONS! This is your last chance to reserve a FREE spot at the Future Forward conference hosted by the New Jersey Family Planning League on September 24, 2026, in Princeton, NJ.
Join sexual and reproductive health providers, community-based organizations, partners and advocates from across the state for a day of learning, collaboration and meaningful conversations. ➡️
📅 When: Thursday, September 24, 2026
📍 Where: Princeton, NJ (location will be sent via email after registration)
🎟️ FREE to attend conference — simply register at link in bio!
#NJFPL #FutureForward #ReproductiveJustice #HealthEquity #NJCommunity #PublicHealth #NewJersey #SexualHealthAccess
✨ HAVE YOU REGISTERED FOR FUTURE FORWARD YET? ✨
We`re just over a week away NJFPL`s Future Forward Conference, a pivotal statewide gathering that will bring together sexual and reproductive health providers, community-based organizations, partners and advocates, for a day of learning, collaboration and meaningful conversations. We are excited to bring SIX amazing breakout sessions for our attendees. Swipe to learn more about each session! ➡️
💜 HIV Today: Prevention, Care, and Community Action
💜 Abortion Care in Practice: Access, Support, and Policy (panel)
💜 Reaching Young People: Strategies for Care and Connection (panel)
💜 Bridging Care: Substance Use and Reproductive Health
💜 Advancing Maternal Health Through Partnership (panel)
💜 Expanding Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare Access in Southern New Jersey (panel)
📅 When: Thursday, September 24, 2026
📍 Where: Princeton, NJ
🎟️ FREE to attend conference - simply register at link in bio!
#NJFPL #FutureForward #ReproductiveJustice #HealthEquity #NJCommunity #PublicHealth #NewJersey #SexualHealthAccess
✨ KEYNOTE ANNOUNCEMENT ✨
We’re excited to welcome Dr. Monica McLemore and Kimberly Mutcherson as keynote speakers for Future Forward 2026! ➡️
Dr. Monica R. McLemore is a noted scholar of antiracist birth equity research and national expert on reproductive health, rights, and justice, and Kimberly Mutcherson is an award-winning professor whose scholarship focuses on reproductive justice, bioethics, and family and health law. Join us at Future Forward to hear from Dr. McLemore and Prof. Mutcherson as they set the stage for how we can come together to advance equitable health care and build a more seamlessly integrated ecosystem in New Jersey for sexual and reproductive health. 💜
📅 When: Thursday, September 24, 2026
📍 Where: Princeton, NJ
🎟️ FREE to attend conference - simply register at link in bio!
#NJFPL #FutureForward #ReproductiveJustice #HealthEquity #NJCommunity PublicHealth NewJersey SexualHealthAccess
Together, we are moving sexual and reproductive health Future Forward! 🌟
We are excited to announce that on September 24, 2026, the New Jersey Family Planning League is hosting the Future Forward conference in Princeton, NJ. This pivotal statewide gathering will bring together sexual and reproductive health providers, community-based organizations, partners and advocates, for a day of learning, collaboration and meaningful conversations!
Essential sexual and reproductive health services and positive outcomes belong to every New Jerseyan. Let’s build that future together. ➡️
📅 When: Thursday, September 24, 2026
📍 Where: Princeton, NJ
🎟️ FREE to attend conference - simply register at link in bio!
#NJFPL #FutureForward #ReproductiveJustice #HealthEquity #NJCommunity #PublicHealth #NewJersey #SexualHealthAccess
Fibroids are common, but many people don`t know the signs or realize they have treatment options. Whether you`ve been diagnosed or you`re wondering if your symptoms could be fibroids, understanding what`s happening is the first step. 💖
➡️ Swipe through to learn what fibroids are, what may cause them, the symptoms to look out for, and the treatment options available.
✨ Remember: every person`s experience with fibroids is unique, so consult with your health care provider for an accurate diagnosis and personalized care that works for YOU.
ℹ️ Source: Information about fibroids from @njdepthealth!
We are here for you on your reproductive health journey. Visit njfpl.org to find a health center near you and connect with a provider who can help you understand your options.
#FibroidAwareness #FibroidAwarenessMonth #WomensHealth #ReproductiveHealth #KnowYourBody #NJFPL
Birth control looks different for everyone and that’s okay. Whether it’s the pill, an implant, an IUD, condoms, or something else, there’s options for what works for your body and your life. At NJFPL-funded health centers, you can explore all options to find the one that works best for you.
🔗 Visit http://njfpl.org to find a health center near you.
#BirthControl #Reproductivehealth #FamilyPlanning #NJFPL
No health insurance? You still have options. 💖
In New Jersey, there are low-cost and free services available to you so you can take care of your sexual and reproductive health care. From birth control and emergency contraception to STI testing and treatment, and cervical and breast cancer screenings, you can find comprehensive and affordable family planning care near you.
🔗 Visit http://njfpl.org to find a clinic today!
#BirthControl #EmergencyContraception #STIPrevention #STITesting #SexualHealth #ReproductiveHealth #Abortion #NJFPL
New look, same heart. ❤️
We’re kicking off summer with a big announcement: The brand-new New Jersey Family Planning League website is officially LIVE! 🚀
As we grow, we want to make sure our digital home reflects the incredible impact of our provider network. Our new site is designed to connect folks with essential reproductive care service they need quickly and efficiently, be accessible for the communities we serve, share more about our impact, and make it easier than ever for you to get involved with the League.
Take a look around and let us know what you think! 🔗 njfpl.org
#NJFPL #ReproductiveHealth #SexualHealth #FamilyPlanning #AbortionCare #CommunityFirst
Did you know that family planning isn`t just for women? No matter your gender identity, EVERYONE deserves the autonomy to decide if, when, and how to start a family.
During #MensHealthWeek, we’re highlighting that reproductive health care isn’t gender-specific. Accessing reproductive health services, counseling, and contraception is a key step in responsible, informed family planning for men.
🩺 Ready to take charge? Visit njfpl.org to find family planning services at a NJFPL-supported health center near you!
#MensHealthMonth #ReproductiveHealth #FamilyPlanning #MensHealth #ReproductiveJustice #HealthyChoices
Common myths about sexually transmitted infections can be dangerous—but we`re here to clear the air. ✅✨
Getting screened is one of the most responsible things you can do for yourself and your partners. Unfortunately, myths about STI transmission and testing often keeps people away from the clinic. Swipe through to learn the truth about some of the most common myths about STIs. ➡️
🔗 Ready to get tested? It’s faster and easier than you think. Visit the link in our bio to find a free or low-cost STI testing health center near you!
#SexualHealth #HealthFacts #STIawareness #STIPrevention #GetTested
Yesterday, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled to reinstate a previous requirement that patients obtain mifepristone in person at a health center, rather than by mail or at a pharmacy after receiving care through telemedicine. This ruling is a calculated undermining of bodily autonomy that prioritizes political ideology over decades of rigorous, peer-reviewed medical science.
By systematically dismantling access to mifepristone, the court is not only ignoring decades of evidence-backed research but also the reality that abortion is essential healthcare and restricting it does not eliminate the need for it; it only compounds the financial and logistical burdens on patients.
Read NJFPL`s full statement at https://bit.ly/48AxE8J
✨ Remember, abortion is still LEGAL in New Jersey and you can access services with the League`s network of providers at njfpl.org/abortion!
We stand alongside @preventcancer to recognize Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month! Did you know the five-year survival rate for many cancers when caught early is at least 90%? Early detection of cancer can mean less extensive treatment, more treatment options and better chances of survival. 💜
NJFPL-supported health centers offer breast, cervical and testicular cancer screenings. Visit njfpl.org to schedule an appointment today!
#CancerAwareness #EarlyDetection #CancerScreening #BreastCancer #CervicalCancer #TesticularCancer #NJFPL
