August 2025: Ripple Effects: Exploring the Indirect Influence of Nurture NJ | Rutgers School of Public Health

Nurture NJ, a statewide initiative launched in 2019 by First Lady Tammy Murphy, aims to improve maternal and infant health, with a specific focus on reducing disparities in health outcomes for women of color. This comprehensive initiative leverages policy, funding, and workforce investments to build a safe, high-quality system of care and facilitate supportive community services. This report from the Rutgers School of Public Health considers Nurture NJ’s indirect effects, looking at the ripple effects of policy.