An advocate for those entangled with the child welfare system launches a 'know your rights' campaign.
When asked about the ads, ACS Commissioner Jess Dannhauser underscored his appreciation for organizations: “It is very important that parents understand their rights when ACS comes to their homes.”
He added that his agency is “committed to protecting parents’ rights” while attending to child safety. Last year, ACS officials and the agency’s staff union pushed back against local legislative efforts to mandate Miranda-like warnings for parents under investigation by the agency,Two City Council bills would have required caseworkers to inform parents of certain rights at the start of an investigation, much as law enforcement advises those facing questioning – i.e., “You have the right to remain silent.” But the bills failed to get a vote before an end-of-year deadline.
The bus ads are part of McMillan’s ongoing efforts to change public perception of the child welfare system. She found a kind of inspiration in the advertisements from child welfare agencies and advocates across the country, including, which have invested in subway ads, videos, and radio spots calling on bystanders to report child abuse.
“Why do people believe that ACS and CPS across this nation protects children? Because they have great marketing," she said.NYC news never sleeps. Get the Gothamist Daily newsletter and don't miss a moment.By submitting your information, you're agreeing to receive communications from New York Public Radio in accordance with our
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