Jeff Hoover speaks with Lisa Coffey about the launch and growth of the Court Appointed Special Advocate program serving Russell and Wayne counties.

Coffey explains how the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program trains volunteers to advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect and are involved in the court system. She shares that Russell County has already sworn in its first two volunteers and added new members to the local board as the program begins taking cases.

The conversation also highlights upcoming opportunities to get involved, including volunteer training sessions, activities recognizing Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, and the fourth annual Run for the Children Derby Day fundraiser scheduled for May 2 at the Magnolia in Somerset. Coffey encourages community members to consider volunteering, noting that CASA advocates can play a powerful role in supporting vulnerable children across the region.