Women's Equality Day
August 26, 2020 was Women's Equality Day, let's celebrate the women who fought for equal voting rights in 1920, and all of the women currently leading organizations all over the country that work hard to provide women with equal opportunities in education and employment. Click on the image to watch a video from our CEO, Wende Julien on what Women's Equality Day means to her.
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Just as consistent advocacy is vital for the well-being of the youth we serve, reliable financial support from Thrive monthly donors' is essential to CASA/LA's ability to train, recruit, and support more CASA volunteers. As a nonprofit organization, our programs are fueled by contributions from the public. Monthly donations are crucial to buffering our organization from the ups and downs of life, ensuring that there is no lull in service to the youth we serve. Please consider joining the Thrive community of monthly donors and you'll receive a special monthly newsletter specifically designed to keep you informed of our ongoing efforts! |
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CASA IN-SERVICE TRAINING
Super Special Education
When: Wednesday, September 2 at 12-2 PM
Where: online via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 2
Suicide Prevention
When: Wednesday, September 9 at 12-2 PM
Where: online via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 2
Regional Center 201 (more detail than Regional Center 101)
When: Tuesday, September 15 at 12-1:30 PM
Where: online via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 1.5
Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC)
When: Wednesday, September 16 at 12-2 PM
Where: online via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 2
Healthcare for Foster Youth
When: Thursday, September 24 at 12-2 PM
Where: online via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 2
Expectant or Parenting Youth
When: Thursday, September 30 at 12-2 PM
Where: online via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 2
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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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ANNOUNCING VIRTUAL CASA CONNECTIONS!
The work of a CASA volunteer can be isolating. Sometimes it's hard to remember that you are a part of a group of over 1000 volunteers all working to make a difference in the life of a youth living in foster care. There is a wealth of wisdom and experience in our ranks and Virtual CASA Connections are an avenue to help CASAs connect with each other and tap into that potential.
Connections will be organized according to the age of the youth to foster greater commonality among cases and areas of discussion.
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BOOK CLUBS
Coastline Book Group
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, September 15 at 1:30-3 PM
We're Reading: "The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother" by James McBride
San Fernando Valley Book Group
Where: Online
When: Tuesday, September 8 at 7 PM
We're Reading: "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
Want to host a book club?
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Justice Jog: Virtual 5K/10K QuaRUNtine Challenge
Now is the perfect time to exercise to support the children we serve through the Justice Jog: Virtual 5K/10K QuaRUNtine Challenge for CASA/LA! Please join us for this year's challenge which takes place between now until September 26, 2020 all virtually. This means you can complete the 5K or 10K distance at your convenience, at your own pace and however you like! You can run, walk, hike, bike, swim (or any fitness activity of your choice) and raise funds now through 9/26 to win prizes. Register as a team, with family members or with friends today so you can exercise, support our CASA kids and get your runner's kit to get started.
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Tired of staring at white walls in your home as you wait for a vaccine? Add some color by purchasing a beautiful piece of artwork from Robert Standish’s circle series, living things up with Ivan Butora’s delightful shrugging birds, or own your very own masterpiece from the artist behind Frankie’s brush in Netflix's "Grace and Frankie!" 100% of the proceeds will benefit our advocacy.
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Virtual Classes on Beauty Offered to Trans Youth!
The CASA/LA LGBTQQ2+ Committee is teaming up with The Aphrodite Project to bring a special opportunity to CASA youth identifying as transgender. The Aphrodite Project was formed to make a difference in the lives of trans youth. Their mission is to empower and inspire the next generation to become advocates not only for themselves but for the world.
Workshops will be facilitated by makeup artist and model, Ko Willis. The topic of the training will be catered to the interests of the youth participating but can cover skin care, nutrition, makeup application, contouring, etc...
Class options are Sunday, September 13 at 2pm or Sunday, September 20 at 2pm.
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“Free hoodies, backpacks and quilts. Oh my!
Please reach out to your advocate supervisor to schedule a time for a social distant pick up at the CASA office. Some items we have on hand: backpacks, hoodies, quilts, and handmade fabric masks.
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Registering Your Youth to Vote
- If youth are 18 or older on Election Day, they are eligible to vote.
- In California, youth who are 16 or 17 can pre-register to vote, meaning they will automatically be registered when they turn 18.
CASAs can play an important part in ensuring your young person as a voice in upcoming elections. As a CASA, you can encourage your young person to register to vote and help them find non-partisan information about elections, candidates and issues. While you can encourage research and dialogue, you cannot tell your young person how to vote or which party to register with.
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You can visit our website for the most up to date version of our court report writing handbook and templates for your court report. In-service trainings on this topic are held quarterly. |
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CASA/LA cares about the well-being of our advocates. As a volunteer, you have access to our EAP program for anonymous telephonic counseling. Company code: CASAOFLA
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Join the CASA resource forum in Muut to search/share resources, communicate with other CASAs, ask questions, and get updates. Read the following instructions to begin. |
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Visit Litmos to access webinars on transitional age youth, early childhood, etc.
Look in your advocate email for an invitation from CASA/LA or contact your supervisor.
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Take a look at our volunteer handbook for any CASA/LA policies regarding anything from conflict of interest, mandatory reporting, boundaries, or posting on social media. |
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“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”
Sen. Cory Booker,
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