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September 14, 2021 Learn how you can change a child’s story through an Online orientation for the CASA Program

Have you been searching for that way to give back and waiting until the time is right? There are children is foster care who need you. A new slate of online orientation sessions will reveal how you can change a child’s story as a court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). Find out what it takes to be a CASA though one of the online orientations:

  • Wednesday, October 6 (noon – 1 p.m.)
  • Friday, October 8 (9 – 10 a.m.)
  • Wednesday, October 20 (6 – 7 p.m.)
  • Friday, October 22 (noon – 1 p.m.)

Those who are interested can submit an online application form at HTTPS://NV-8TH.EVINTOSOLUTIONS.COM/VOLUNTEERAPPLICATION

Who should volunteer to be a CASA?

  • PEOPLE WHO CARE ABOUT CHILDREN
  • PEOPLE WHO ARE INTERESTED IN LEGAL EXPERIENCE SPEAKING ON BEHALF OF KIDS
  • PEOPLE WHO ARE LOOKING FOR FULFILLING WAYS TO VOLUNTEER AND PAY IT FORWARD

The CASA program, which is part of the Family Division of the Eighth Judicial District Court, recruits, screens, trains and supports volunteers to represent the best interests of hundreds of foster children annually. The advocates represent the children in school, child and family team meetings, and in court. Volunteering for the program involves a two-year commitment and a willingness to spend quality time with the children to advocate for them. For more information about the CASA program call 702-455-4306, visit WWW.CASALASVEGAS.ORG or visit WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/#!/CASALASVEGAS.

July 22, 2020 CASA volunteers trained virtually swear oath via videoconference as coronavirus workaround

Fifteen new CASA volunteers were sworn via videoconference by Judge Sullivan. Family Court Presiding Judge Bryce Duckworth and Juvenile Hearing Master Adriana Rincon-White also conferenced in, along with the Nevada State Director of CASA, Jane Saint.

These new CASA volunteers were the first group to complete 30 hours of virtual training. This virtual flex training, which was newly created by National CASA/Guardian ad Litem Association, includes 15 hours of independent online activities and 15 hours of virtually facilitated classroom material.

These CASA volunteers are now assigned to advocate for the best interest of 40 children in foster care.

There is a big need for CASA volunteers in Clark County, to speak up for the approximately 3,200 children in the community, who are receiving services under supervision of Family Court. Those who want to help abused and neglected children can get more information at 702-455-4306, visit www.casalasvegas.org or Facebook at www.facebook.com/#!/CASALasVegas.

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October 18, 2016 Have a new purpose this holiday season – Upcoming CASA Orientations Offer Opportunity To Join To Make A Difference For Kids  

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There is a big need for CASAs in Clark County. Several opportunities are upcoming for people who want to have a positive impact on the life of a child. Those who want to help abused and neglected children are invited to one of the upcoming CASA orientations: Oct 19, Nov. 16 and Dec. 21 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Government Center, 500 S. Grand Central Pkwy. For more information about the program please call 702-455-4306, visit www.casalasvegas.org or Facebook at www.facebook.com/#!/CASALasVegas.

There are 351 CASA volunteers serving as a voice for foster children in our community. Many more volunteers are needed to advocate for the nearly 3,500 children receiving services under supervision of Family Court. Last year, more than 900 children had a CASA volunteer to help them navigate through the system, and deal with school challenges and home life. The goal is to get a CASA volunteer for every child in foster care.

The CASA program recruits, screens, trains and supports volunteers to represent the best interests of hundreds of foster children annually. The advocates represent the children in school, family team meetings, and in court. Volunteering for the program involves a two-year commitment and a willingness to spend quality time with the children to advocate for them. In 1980, Judge John Mendoza led the creation of the Clark County CASA Program. The CASA mission continues to be fully supported by Family Court judges. For those interested in volunteering with CASA, monthly orientations are held on the third Wednesday of each month to provide more information about the program.

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