ACS Failures Raise Questions About Hiring, Training, and Child Protective Skills
ACS Failures Raise Questions About Hiring, Training, and Child Protective Skills The New York City Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) faces renewed criticism following another tragic child death. A recent New York Post article argues that part of the problem may begin before an investigator ever receives a case. The article focuses on how ACS […]
NYC ACS Lawyer Agrees with Calls in the NY Post for Governor Hochul to Sign the ACS Transparency Bill
Accountability Is Essential to Protect Children, Preserve Public Trust, and Ensure Fair ACS Investigations. Families deserve a child welfare system that protects children while respecting the rights of parents. Transparency and accountability should not be controversial. Independent investigators cannot perform meaningful oversight if they are denied access to critical evidence. Every child deserves a system […]
New DOI Report Exposes ACS Negligence and Lack of Transparency Following Child Deaths in New York City
New DOI Report Exposes ACS Negligence and Lack of Transparency Following Child Deaths in NYC A scathing new report issued by New York City’s Department of Investigation (DOI) has intensified scrutiny of the Administration for Children’s Services. The report found that the agency repeatedly blocked oversight efforts, withheld records, and prevented investigators from fully examining […]