Guardian Ad Litem Program 12th Circuit Desoto County

Description

Every year more than half a million abused and neglected children are in need of safe, permanent, nurturing homes. That's where GAL steps in. GAL was created to make sure the abuse and neglect these children originally suffered at home doesn't continue as abuse and neglect at the hands of the system. As trained advocates, GAL volunteers are appointed by judges to be a voice for these children in court. The result is that a child is placed into a safe, loving home where he/she can thrive. It is the GAL vision to provide a volunteer for each and every abused and neglected child who needs one.