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Join our webinar on Wednesdays at 12 Noon or 6PM, to learn how you can become a volunteer to speak up for our children alleged to have been abused, abandoned or neglected.
We will provide an overview of the Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Program and the steps necessary to become a volunteer child advocate.
Email us at 17th.recruitment@gal.fl.gov or cal 954-831-6214 to confirm your attendance. Webinar link will be emailed upon confirmation. We hope to have you one of our webinars.
612 S. Andrews Avenue, Sutie 1000, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301, US
Mission Statement
Program Mission: " Heartfelt Child Advocacy."
Description
The Guardian Ad Litem Program advocates for the best interest of the children alleged to be abused, abandoned, or neglected who are involved in court proceedings. The program uses a team approach to advocate for the children, lay volunteers, child advocate coordinators, and attorneys. Together we collect comprehensive information about the child and family, attend staffings and hearings, and take steps to further the child’s best interests. Our volunteers visit the child monthly in the home environment and make recommendations to the court as to the child’s best interests, and inform the court of the child’s wishes. We also monitor the child’s safety and well-being, as well as significant changes in the parents’ lives, which could impact the child’s safety.
Advocacy & Human Rights
Children & Youth
Community
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity, with no fixed address.
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DATE POSTED
May 8, 2020
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
Driver's License Needed
Background Check
Must be at least 21
Orientation or Training
Visit with assigned child(ren) once per month and support the child throughout court proceedings.
