by bmcrae | Nov 15, 2018 | CASA Blog, CASA Updates
In Yellowstone County there are 142 Court Appointed Special Advocates: 120 are women, 22 are men. Why are there so few men? It’s a question that comes up often. I decided to see what the answers might be, so I reached out to advocates from both genders for their...
by cbyler | Nov 1, 2018 | CASA Blog, CASA Updates
Our efforts as CASAs will be null and void if not tempered with empathy. Empathy affects our connections on so many levels. First and foremost, empathy is needed to connect with the children we represent. Empathy does not fix the problem; empathy feels a connection...
by Ben McKee | Oct 26, 2018 | CASA Blog, CASA Updates
via Giphy Did you know that a number of employers – especially financial institutions – offer a what is often called a “volunteer match” program, where any volunteer time donated by an employee to an nonprofit organization can be matched...
by Ben McKee | Sep 28, 2018 | CASA Blog, CASA Updates
Did you know that you can help raise money for CASA of Yellowstone County – through Facebook? If you have a Facebook account with your date of birth listed, Facebook will send you a notification as your birthday approaches giving you the option to dedicate your...
by jmack | Sep 26, 2018 | CASA Blog, CASA Updates
Effective advocacy work requires CASAs to take cultural competency seriously. Our training manual cautions, “What you do not understand may lead to inaccurate interpretations.” One way we can appreciate an unfamiliar culture is through the medium of good...
by cbyler | Sep 4, 2018 | CASA Blog, CASA Updates
Dearest Kiddos, The day I received my case appointment papers was the day you were officially mine. You were my responsibility. I agreed to give you a voice; a sense of belonging; a sufficient, safe home; a constant presence until you received permanency. I...
