Meet our new IT Coordinator Hiba!
Greetings everyone!
My name is Hiba Zakkour, and I will be working directly with the IT team as your new IT coordinator. I’m so excited to be a part of the CASA/LA team! I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself.
I hold a bachelor's degree in computer engineering and my ultimate goal is to earn a master's degree as well as grow with the CASA/LA organization. I have a 2-year-old daughter, named Ella, who is the reason for my success.
Education and sports are my passion. I enjoy all kinds of sports, I was a professional tennis player and I ranked number one in my home country. However, my husband claims himself a good tennis player but I always beat him! I’m looking forward to meeting all of you in the near future!
For all other IT related questions, reach out to Hiba at HZakkour@casala.org or 323-859-2888 x6333 |
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CASA/LA IN-SERVICE TRAINING
Court Report Writing
When: Thursday, August 5 at 12-2 PM
Where: online
Continuing Education Hours: 2
Coalition for Responsible Community Development
When: Friday, August 13 at 12-2 PM
Where: online
Continuing Education Hours: 2
Multidisciplinary Assessment Team (MAT)
When: Tuesday, August 17 at 12-2 PM
Where: online
Continuing Education Hours: 2
AB12 and Working with Transitional Age Youth (TAY)
When: Thursday, August 26 at 12-2 PM
Where: online
Continuing Education Hours: 1
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If you are interested in watching a recorded video of a past training that you missed, reach out to Betsy Ann Mudd (bmudd@casala.org). We may have what you are looking for!
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BOOK CLUBS
Coastline Book Group
Where: CASA's private backyard in Santa Monica*
When: Tuesday, September 21 at 1:30 PM
We're Reading: "Beyond Behaviors: Using Brain Science and Compassion to Solve Children's Behavioral Challenges" by Mona Delahooke
*Space is limited to those with completed COVID-19 vaccines.
San Fernando Valley Book Group
Where: CASA's private backyard in Studio City*
When: Thursday, September 30 at 7 PM
We're Reading: "Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism" by Barry Prizant PhD
*Space is limited to those with completed COVID-19 vaccines.
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CASA CONNECTIONS
Opportunities for CASA volunteers to connect with and support each other in this work.
Early Childhood (0~5) Tuesday, August 24, 5 PM
Middle Childhood (6~9) Tuesday, August 24, 5 PM
Tween (10~14) Tuesday, August 3, 6 PM
Transitional Age Youth (15~17) Wednesday, August 18, 3 PM
Non-Minor Dependent (18~21) Tuesday, August 10, 5 PM
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Do it For Justice at Our Justice Jog Virtual 5K/10K
Have you registered for this year’s Justice Jog?
Sign up for Justice Jog NOW, and get your starter kit which includes a t-shirt, bib, medal, and other goodies to start your 5K/10K! You can run, walk, hike, bike, climb (or any other exercise you can measure) to complete your miles, all while raising funds to support our advocacy for children in foster care. You have until September 25 to complete your miles and win special prizes.
We’re giving away free registration for five CASAs. If you would like to enter, please send your name to Jovian Lin at jlin@casala.org. Deadline for submission is 5 PM on Thursday, August 5. We’ll be announcing the five winners on Friday!
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Fireside Chats Series - August Edition
Friday, August 6. Join us for a conversation on Acknowledging the Value of Volunteerism: A Win-Win for the Community and Self. Must RSVP to attend.
New discussions every 1st Friday of the month.
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Back to School Event
The Arts, Film & Goods Pantry is hosting a back-to-school event for students to get them excited for the school year ahead. There will be food trucks, music, and prizes with appearances by Tommy the Clown and the Derby Dolls, Los Angeles' premier roller derby team. Check out their Instagram page for more info.
Saturday, August 14, 1-5:30 PM
@ Jackie Tatum Harvard Recreation Center
1535 West 62nd St., Los Angeles, CA 90047
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Antelope Valley Community Block Party Series
August 28 - Reading in the Park
September 25 - Summer Festival '21
The 2nd Annual Reading in the Park is part 2 in the Series of the AV CommUNITY Block Party Series. This event is geared to engage our AV children and youth to enjoy reading and provide them access to tons of free books and community resources. Free books and other cool treats will be given out to all our children and youth. We are on a mission to improve the literacy gap among our children and youth. Re-imagine your world through reading. Come out and enjoy reading, music and so much more! Costume Contest: Don't forget children and youth come dressed up as your favorite book character! RSVP for Reading in the Park here.
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The CASA Therapy Project Accepting Referrals
The CASA Therapy Project is a collaboration with A Home Within and CASA of Contra Costa County. CASA youth are eligible for free teletherapy services if they are ages 12-24 and have mild/moderate mental health needs. For more information and to refer, click here. You are welcome to share the referral form and youth flier with your youth's CSW. |
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Want to get your own CASA/LA swag?
Our CASA Shop will have you looking good and supporting our cause all at once. It's a win win! |
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Join our resource forum Muut to search/share resources, communicate with other CASAs, and ask questions. Read these instructions to begin. |
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Visit Litmos for webinars on transitional age youth, early childhood, and more.
Look in your email for an invitation from CASA/LA or contact your supervisor.
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Read our volunteer handbook for policies covering everything from conflict of interest, mandatory reporting, boundaries, or posting on social media. |
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