CASA volunteers are men and woman who want to help their community's children. They work for the judge, alongside attorneys and social workers, as appointed officers of the court. When a CASA volunteer is appointed to a child's case, he or she is responsible for taking the time to find out as much as possible about the child. CASA volunteers research f or information. They review records.
CASA volunteers come from all walks of life.
They have a variety of professional, educational and ethnic backgrounds. No special experience is required. Volunteers are selected on the basis of their objectivity, competence and commitment. Once accepted, volunteers are trained. They learn about court room procedure, the social service and juvenile court systems, and the special needs of children who have been abuse and neglected.