Month: March 2021

CASA/GAL volunteers help children with developmental disabilities thrive

Lisa*, a volunteer from CASA Youth Advocates in Media, PA, advocates for 15-year-old Jared* who is currently housed at a residential facility.

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State and local CASA programs coordinate with health departments to help CASA volunteers receive vaccinations

During the COVID-19 pandemic, CASA and GAL volunteers remained committed to advocating for children who have experienced abuse or neglect, while adhering to CDC social distancing guidelines.

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The National CASA/GAL Association for Children welcomes Chicago technology executive Kimberly Corley to the board of trustees

Corley’s passion for supporting children and youth have led her to serve as a mentor, tutor and youth advocate for the last 20 years.

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A message from our CEO; Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and for the children entering foster care with developmental disabilities, an advocate for their best interests is essential.

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Six CASA programs participate in national project focused on LGBTQ practices and policies

LGBTQ-inclusion is essential to achieving the goals of safety, permanency and well-being.

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National CASA/GAL Book Club chats with “Between the World and Me” author Ta-Nehisi Coates

The National CASA/GAL Book Club’s current series is focused on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).

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