Henrico CASA seeks new volunteers

Henrico CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is planning its second-annual advocate recruitment drive to engage with more volunteers. The organization's volunteers help advocate for abused and neglected children in the courtroom, child welfare system, and beyond. "For these children, a backpack filled with school supplies simply isn't enough. They need someone in their corner, someone who will listen, understand, and fight for their best interests," said Henrico CASA Executive Director Jeannine Panzera. CASAs work with social workers and educators to ensure children's needs are met, often going to court hearings on behalf of their clients. "A CASA is more than...

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