Melea brings over two decades of expertise in public policy, strategic planning, and program management. She has led federal and state policy initiatives focused on child maltreatment prevention and maternal and child health. With extensive knowledge of early childhood home visiting programs, Melea is passionate about fostering collaboration to advance policies that promote the well-being of children and families.
Kelly Crane has worked in the field of prevention and child welfare for nearly 20 years. Her policy activities center on providing leadership, strategic planning, guidance, and support to advance the goals and mission of Prevent Child Abuse America and Healthy Families America. Kelly facilitates informative advocacy and educational campaigns, cultivating positive public and political will, and connecting allied political champions and stakeholders to each other. She supports the federal policy team and distills national priorities into effective state advocacy strategies for the PCA America network.
