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Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)

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ORGANIZATION: CASA PROJECT INC

  • 3 people are interested
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v olunteers come from many different backgrounds and walks of life . Whether you are an industry leader, a concerned community member, or someone with personal foster care experience, YOU can be a successful volunteer. You simply need to share our commitment to unbiased advoca cy for the best interests of children , be over 21 years of age, and be able to pass a background check to apply . We provide all necessary tools, training, and oversight to support a mutually positive experience.

We strive to connect CASA children in need with volunteers who c an best relate to , represent , and connect with them including those who are multilingual, BIPOC, and/or members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Please email us at volunteer@thecasaproject.org with any questions.

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About CASA PROJECT INC

Location:

100 GROVE ST STE 403, 100 Grove Street Suite 403 Worcester MA 01605, WORCESTER, MA 01605, US

Mission Statement

CASA advocates for the best interests of abused, neglected, and vulnerable children, amplifies their voice in court, and supports them on their paths toward a permanent home.

Description

We are a nonprofit organization committed to advocating for the best interests of abused, neglected, and vulnerable children, amplifying their voices in the Worcester County Courts, and supporting them on their paths to permanent homes. CASA Project Worcester County, a member of the National CASA Association, recruits, screens, and trains community volunteers to become Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs). Appointed by judges to serve on the most heart-breaking cases in the foster care system, CASAs help vulnerable children navigate the Worcester County Juvenile Courts, one child or sibling group at a time. CASAs communicate the best interests of the children directly to the judges, who use the reports in their evaluations and decisions on each case.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Children & Youth
Community
Advocacy & Human Rights, Children & Youth, Community

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

CASA Project Worcester100 Grove Street Suite 403 Worcester MA 01605Worcester, MA 01605

(42.27609,-71.80058)
 

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 21
  • Orientation or Training
  • 15-20 hours per Month

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