Media Contact
Sarah Martinez
Communications Director
Phone: (555) 123-4567
Email:
media@endccc.org
For Breaking News:
Cell: (555) 987-6543 (Available
24/7)
Latest Press Releases
New Study Reveals 34% Reduction in Family Separations Following Texas Reform
Comprehensive analysis shows significant improvement in family outcomes and cost savings following implementation of the Texas Family Protection Act.
Alliance to End CCC Announces $2.1 Million Legal Aid Initiative
New program will provide free legal representation to 500 families facing child welfare proceedings across five states.
Congressional Hearing to Address Federal Family Court Reform
House Judiciary Committee schedules hearing on Parental Rights Protection Act with expert testimony from Alliance to End Coercive Custodial Control.
National Survey Shows 84% Support for Family Court Transparency
Bipartisan poll reveals overwhelming public support for transparency and accountability measures in family court systems.
Key Spokespeople
Dr. Elizabeth Chen
Executive Director & Chief Policy Officer
Former federal prosecutor and family law attorney with 20+ years of experience. Leading expert on child welfare reform and constitutional law.
Available for: Interviews, expert commentary, congressional testimony
Languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin
Michael Rodriguez, PhD
Director of Research & Data Analysis
Nationally recognized researcher in family systems and child development. Author of 45+ peer-reviewed publications on family court outcomes.
Available for: Data interpretation, research briefings, academic conferences
Languages: English, Spanish
Jennifer Williams, LCSW
Director of Family Services
Licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience in trauma-informed family therapy and crisis intervention in legal settings.
Available for: Clinical perspectives, family impact stories, therapeutic approaches
Languages: English, French
Background Information
About Alliance to End Coercive Custodial Control
Alliance to End Coercive Custodial Control is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reforming family law and child welfare systems to ensure that parental rights are protected, children remain safely with their families whenever possible, and justice is served equitably for all families regardless of economic status.
Key Issues and Statistics
System Costs
- $33 billion annually in federal, state, and local spending on family court and child welfare systems
- 34% of spending goes to administrative overhead rather than direct family services
- Average cost per family court case: $47,000
Family Outcomes
- 2.3 million children currently in foster care nationwide
- 52% successful family reunification rate
- 23% of children re-enter the system within two years
- 78% of parents lack adequate legal representation
Reform Impact
- States with reform legislation show 34% reduction in unnecessary family separations
- $2.1 billion in potential annual savings from comprehensive reform
- 78% improvement in family functioning with trauma-informed approaches
- 84% public support for transparency measures
Media Resources
High-Resolution Images
Video Content
Organizational Overview (2 minutes)
Brief introduction to Alliance to End Coercive Custodial Control mission and impact
Family Success Stories (5 minutes)
Real families sharing their experiences with our services
Expert Commentary Clips
Short clips of expert commentary on key issues (30-60 seconds each)
Research Reports and Fact Sheets
National Family Court Performance Study
Comprehensive analysis of family court outcomes across all 50 states (156 pages)
Economic Impact Analysis
Detailed cost-benefit analysis of proposed family law reforms (89 pages)
Interview Opportunities
Expert Commentary
Our experts are available for commentary on breaking news related to family law, child welfare, and social justice issues.
- Same-day availability for breaking news
- In-studio, remote, or phone interviews
- Multiple languages available
- B-roll footage provided
Facility Tours
Visit our offices and meet with families who have benefited from our services (with appropriate privacy protections).
- Guided tours of facilities
- Meet with staff and volunteers
- Interview opportunities with families
- Behind-the-scenes access
Exclusive Access
Journalists working on in-depth pieces can receive exclusive access to data, research, and story opportunities.
- Advance access to reports
- Exclusive interviews
- Custom data analysis
- Long-form story development