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Volunteer for Guardian ad Litem- Child Advocate

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ORGANIZATION: NC Guardian ad Litem

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Become a champion for children by volunteering as a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) child advocate! By dedicating a few hours a week, you can make a difference by serving as a GAL. You will be provided with ongoing support and training in order to be advocate effectively ensuring a child's voice is heard in court. Learn more about the NC Guardian ad Litem program by going to the website:

Nccourts.org

More opportunities with NC Guardian ad Litem

No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.

About NC Guardian ad Litem

Location:

108 B West Jefferson Street, Monroe, NC 28112, US

Mission Statement

Be a voice for children in our community. North Carolina Guardian ad Litem (GAL) equips community volunteers to serve abused and neglected children by advocating for their best interests in court.

Description

Established by statute in 1983, the North Carolina Guardian ad Litem Program has been serving North Carolina’s abused and neglected children for more than 40 years.

Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute ยง 7B-601, when a petition alleging abuse or neglect of a juvenile is filed in district court, the judge appoints a volunteer Guardian ad Litem (GAL) advocate, an Attorney Advocate, and GAL Staff to provide team representation to the child. Guardian ad Litem Child Advocates are trained, supervised, and supported by Program Staff in each county of the state.

Become a champion for children by volunteering as a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) child advocate! By dedicating a few hours a week, you can make a difference by serving as a GAL or a pro bono attorney. With thorough training and ongoing support, you’ll be equipped to advocate effectively and ensure that every child's voice is heard. Ready to take the next step? Start the application process today by going to our website: www.volunteerforgal.org!

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Community
Justice & Legal
Advocacy & Human Rights, Community, Justice & Legal

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

108 b WEST JEFFERSON STREETMONROE, NC 28112

(34.98355,-80.54993)
 

SKILLS

  • Youth Services
  • Family Therapy
  • Child Welfare
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Case Work / Management
  • Community Outreach

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • It depends of the number of cases a volunteer can manage
  • Prescreening by NC GAL program staff; preservice training

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