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Guardian ad Litem Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Guardian Ad Litem Program - 8th Judicial Circuit
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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75 people are interested
MAKE A LIFELONG DIFFERENCE TO A CHILD
Every day children are removed from their families because of alleged abuse, abandonment or neglect. They enter the dependency court system with no voice of their own. A Guardian Ad Litem is a court appointed volunteer who advocates for the best interests of the child. The Guardian Volunteer becomes familiar with the child and the child's case and makes recommendations to the court to help ensure a safe, caring, and stable environment. You can become their voice. No special or legal background required. Staff and legal support provided. Free training starts every two months. Please visit our website www.guardianadlitem.org for more information. Contact Katie Zeile, katie.zeile@gal.fl.gov.
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About Guardian Ad Litem Program - 8th Judicial Circuit
Location:
14 S. Main Street, Suite A, Gainesville, FL 32601, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Guardian ad Litem Program is to advocate for the best interests of children who are alleged to be abused, neglected or abandoned in court..
Description
The Guardian ad Litem Program is a dedicated team that advocates for Florida’s children who have been removed from their home due to abuse, neglect, and abandonment. These children are placed in the protection of the state and the child welfare system. The sole purpose of this Program is to exclusively focus on the child’s progress until he or she is placed in a permanent and safe home once again. Our Volunteer Child Advocates visit children regularly to understand their circumstances, wishes, and needs. We currently represent over 650 children within Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Gilchrist, Levy, and Union Counties, yet over 100 precious children are in need of an advocate. Children receive the best advocacy when there is a Volunteer Child Advocate assigned to their case, and we are in need of more volunteers like you!
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Guardian ad Litem Program14 S. Main StreetOther locations include Chiefland and StarkeGainesville, FL 32601
DATE POSTED
August 26, 2022
SKILLS
- Youth Services
- Child Welfare
- Advocacy
- Child Advocacy
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training