What CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) actually does in the foster care system

Why CASA volunteers are sworn in by a juvenile court judge

How unbiased advocacy changes court outcomes for children

The difference between “bad behavior” and unaddressed trauma

Charlene’s personal journey from CASA volunteer to Executive Director

A powerful full-circle story of a foster youth who became a national advocate

Why “normalcy” is one of the most overlooked needs in foster care

How foster care impacts education, identity, and long-term outcomes

The role consistent adult support plays in breaking generational cycles

How people can get involved—even if working directly with kids isn’t their thing

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