How can I become a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) or Guardian ad litem?
A Court Appointed Special Advocate or Guardian ad litem is a trained community volunteer appointed by the court to speak for the best interests of abused and/or neglected children in court. Children who have a CASA volunteer spend less time in long-term foster care than children who do not have a CASA volunteer. No special education or background is required to be a CASA, just a desire to help abused or neglected children find a safe and permanent home and a willingness to be trained. To become a CASA in your community, visit CASA for Children.
