For Dallas CASA Volunteer, Representation Matters

For Dallas CASA volunteer Veronica Redmon, the journey to volunteering started with the example set by her grandmother. Today, she's setting an example herself by volunteering as a child advocate. She hopes the children she's serving see that and know how much they have to offer the world, too.

By |2023-02-24T12:39:12-06:00February 23, 2023|Volunteers|Comments Off on For Dallas CASA Volunteer, Representation Matters

Father-Daughter Duo Volunteers Together at Dallas CASA

Father and daughter Jim and Annie Urbanus signed up to become Dallas CASA volunteers a few weeks apart. When they discovered the shared interest, they decided to share cases as well. It's been a win-win for their relationship as well as for the children they serve. “I think I am the details person, while he’s the feelings guy,” said Annie. “I’ve got all the nuts and bolts, and he’s the relationship-builder. We make a great team.”

By |2023-01-18T13:42:51-06:00January 18, 2023|Volunteers|Comments Off on Father-Daughter Duo Volunteers Together at Dallas CASA

Dallas CASA Volunteer Sees the Power of Advocacy for Teenage Boys

David Roberson was inspired to become a Dallas CASA volunteer after he realized how few positive male role models young men in protective care have. "These guys need someone to talk to, someone they can relate to and someone who can understand them. I’m happy to do that for them."

By |2022-12-12T11:38:36-06:00December 12, 2022|Volunteers|Comments Off on Dallas CASA Volunteer Sees the Power of Advocacy for Teenage Boys

Back to School Means Back to Educational Advocacy for Dallas CASA

Educational advocacy can mean a lot of different things for the children served by Dallas CASA. One child might need reading support while another would benefit from classroom accommodations, but where do you start? Dallas CASA's Nicole Bienusa offers tips for advocates serving children as they return to school this fall.

By |2022-10-17T14:02:28-05:00September 6, 2022|Children, Volunteers|Comments Off on Back to School Means Back to Educational Advocacy for Dallas CASA

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