A huge thank you to our in-service speakers this quarter! In April, Frank Duncan, Assistant Regional Director, Metro Region, Maryland Department of Juvenile Services shared the DJS process with us, the expectations DJS has for youth, as well as how CASAs can work effectively with DJS staff and DJS-involved youth. In June, Smita Varia, from Choose Respect Montgomery, part of the Family Justice Center, spoke about the effects of domestic violence on children and youth, how to recognize when youth are involved in unhealthy and/or violent relationships, how to support youth who are in an abusive relationship and community resources to help youth in unhealthy relationships. We greatly appreciate the time and expertise our speakers provided to help our volunteers better advocate for children in foster care! |