Media Inquiries & Newsroom
As trusted experts in public pensions and retirement security for all working Americans, NCPERS staff frequently present at industry events and serve as key resources for the media, the public, and our members.
Media Inquiry?
From the latest policy developments impacting retirement security to public pension staff compensation trends, NCPERS is here as a resource.
Whether you're on deadline or just looking to better understand the issues impacting public pensions, our team of experts is happy to assist.
Media Contact:
Lizzy Lees, Director of Communications
llees@ncpers.org
202-601-2446
About NCPERS
Since 1941, NCPERS has been a trusted partner to pension leaders across local, county, and state retirement systems. Through practical education, timely insights, and a welcoming peer community, we help members strengthen their funds and secure the futures of more than 20 million teachers, police officers, firefighters, municipal workers, and other public servants.
NCPERS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization proudly representing a diverse membership that includes more than 650 public sector retirement systems, plan sponsors, unions, and service providers who collectively manage approximately $6 trillion in retirement assets.
Explore Our Resources and Research
NCPERS regularly produces leading research on issues impacting public pensions, including fiscal sustainability, policy-related challenges, and economic impact. Our two flagship studies—the NCPERS Public Retirement Systems Study and Public Pension Compensation Survey—are conducted annually, capturing key data to better understand public sector retirement trends.
Education is a critical part of our mission, and we believe everyone benefits from learning more about how pensions work. We encourage you to explore our pension facts resource to find out how pensions are funded, explore retirement basics, and more.
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NCPERS in the News
NCPERS is regularly featured in both national and local news on issues impacting public pensions, retirement security, and more. Recent highlights include:
- Public Pensions Make Big Gains in Recruitment, Retention
- NCPERS Teams with University of Chicago for Pension Funding Competition
- Investors Caution SEC Against Scaling Back Company Reporting Requirements
- Public Pensions Are a Huge Revenue Source. So Why Are They Still Under the Axe?
- The Real Costs of Shrinking the Public Workforce
- Public Pensions Are 'Resilient': Funded Ratios Reach a 5-Year High
- Public Pension Plan Trade Group, Society of Actuaries team Up on Mortality Study
- Pension Funds Mount Defenses Against Growing Cyberthreats
Questions? Please reach out to the Communications Team at communications@ncpers.org.