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Protecting Trenton's Children from Lead Exposure

A youth-led initiative raising awareness and advocating for safer housing.

Stats at-a-glance

Children Walking Outdoors

1 in 3

children worldwide are affected by lead exposure.

Pedestrian Crosswalk View

170 million

Americans alive today were exposed to harmful levels of lead during childhood.

Repairing Buried Pipe

20,000

of 62,000 residential Trenton water service lines may contain lead

About Youth Against Lead

Youth Against Lead is a youth-led initiative dedicated to raising awareness about childhood lead exposure in Trenton, New Jersey. Through research, community outreach, and policy advocacy, we aim to protect children and promote safer housing. By educating communities and supporting lead-safe housing policies, we work toward a healthier future for Trenton’s children.

Residential Area Overview

Lead Risk Mapping & Testing

Image by Joel Muniz

Community Resources 

Team Planning Session

Policy Transparency & Advocacy

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