CASA volunteers appointed by judges to speak up
for abused and neglected children. They work, with confidence,
as thoroughly
trained advocates for the children
they represent.
Volunteers investigate a child’s history, facilitate communication
between concerned adults, advocate for services and appropriate
placement, and ultimately make recommendations – to the judge – in
that child’s best interest.
CASA volunteers come from all walks of life. A willingness to
listen, concern for children in your community, and determination
are all qualities that would make you a valuable volunteer.
We are seeking volunteers from all cultures, professions, ethnic
and educational backgrounds.
Though different in many ways, CASA volunteers have one thing
in common…they come forward to make a difference in the life
of a child. There are currently 33 CASA programs in counties and Tribal
courts across Washington:
• 2 programs (in King and Benton counties) represent children involved
in custody matters
• 2 programs, located on the Spokane Tribal Reservation and the Yakama
Nation that
serve
Native
American
children
• 29 programs in counties across the state that advocate for abused and
neglected children in dependency court
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