CASA of DC

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In fact, one of our programs, EMPOWER, provides CASA volunteers to court-involved youth in DC who are suspected or confirmed survivors of human trafficking, sexual abuse, and other forms of sexual violence.

January 11 is #NationalHumanTraffickingAwareness Day. Today at CASA DC, we participated in #wearblueday to support the critical cause. 💙 @DHSBlueCampaign #wearblue #endsextrafficking #endtrafficking #humantrafficking #slavery #slavetrade #humanrights #advocacy #advocate #casadc

These volunteers receive extensive and specialized training in human trafficking and sex crimes to prepare them to provide high-quality advocacy on these cases.

What happens to kids whose parents have been incarcerated? What do they go through? Read our latest blog post casadc.org/post/casa-volu… #justicesystem #childwelfaresystem #fosteryouth #fostercare #adoption #dc #dmv #advocate #advocacy #mentor #mentorship #volunteer #blog #writing

aim to empower the entire team so that the momentum in seeking justice is not compromised. See program details here: casadc.org/empower #fostercare #fostercareawareness #juvenilejustice #youthdevelopment #advocate #advocacy #mentor #volunteer #intern #internship #dc #dmv

sex crimes to prepare them to provide high-quality advocacy on these cases. EMPOWER aims to create a strong alliance across all agencies that serves, protects, and seeks to understand and provide youth with specialized advocacy and empowerment. EMPOWER’s CASA volunteers & staff..

Did you know January is National #HumanTraffickingPreventionMonth? CASA DC is dedicated to supporting youth survivors of #trafficking. #endsextrafficking #endtrafficking #humantrafficking #slavery #slavetrade #humanrights #advocacy #advocate #casadc #casa #fostercare #advocacy

CASA DC’s Preparing Youth for Adulthood initiative seeks to change the outcomes of transitional-aged youth by identifying youth’s individual strengths & needs, supporting the development of essential life skills, & building community connections with the assistance of a volunteer

What happens when a #fostercare youth becomes an adult? Kathleen Watt writes about this special group of young adults in our latest blog post. Read it here! casadc.org/post/casa-dc-v… #fosteryouth #blog #dc #adulting #advocate #advocacy #mentor #volunteer #casadc

Goals can be centered around hobbies, interests, academics, family, health, and more. Have fun with it! Get creative! And let us know how it goes 😄 #goals #goalsetting #visionboard #creativity #lifeskills #resolutions #newyear #newyearnewme #casadc #casa #fostercare #dc #dmv

Some topics to consider: -How do I see myself? -I feel most confident when… -What do I want to achieve this year? -Where would I like to go in the #future? -What keeps me motivated? -My ideal self is…(looks like, sounds like, acts like) #goals #goalsetting #visionboard

CASA volunteers – with it being a #newyear, it's a good time to set goals and make #resolutions with your youth. One way to do this is by making a #visionboard! 🌟 #goals #goalsetting #creativity #lifeskills #resolutions #newyearnewme #casadc #casa #fosteryouth #fostercare

This is a great opportunity for older youth and CASA volunteers!

advocacy & support to unleash their full potential and thrive. Please email volunteer@casadc.org for more information and to share your learned experiences with a system-involved youth. #juvenilejustice #youthdevelopment #advocate #mentor #mentorship #volunteer #intern #dc #dmv

This mission is carried out through the recruitment, training, & support of volunteer court-appointed special advocates (CASA volunteers) who provide mentorship and best interest advocacy to foster youth in DC. It is our vision that every vulnerable youth in DC receives excellent

CASA #DC is looking for #LGBTQ+ #volunteers to #mentor our youth. Let’s help create a safe space & #advocate for our youth who are #queer, questioning, or even just curious. Email volunteer@casadc.org for more information! #lgbtqia #youth #fostercare #casadc #casa #fosteryouth

Now is the time to take action. When making your #NewYear's #resolutions, consider getting involved in your community by #mentoring and standing up for at-risk youth. Find out how here: casadc.org/volunteer Don't have time to serve? Consider donating casadc.org/donate