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Ellensburg, Washington (May 19, 2022) – It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you of the passing of a fellow child advocate, colleague, and friend, Judy Backlund. Mrs. Backlund had been a valued member of our…

#DDAM2022 Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month is observed annually in March to raise awareness about the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in all facets of life, as well as awareness of the barriers that people with disabilities still sometimes face…

September 03, 2021 CASA Visitation Policies August 2021 Effective Immediately No one is required to DO in-person visits with their CASA child(ren). The safety of our volunteers is a priority for our program as we continue to advocate for children.…

August 17, 2021 Throughout our history, CASA and GAL programs across the country have trained committed and dedicated volunteers to serve as court-appointed advocates for children and youth. Today, National CASA consists of 950 CASA/GAL state organizations and local programs,…

August 03, 2021 Court Advocates for Children Promotes Police-Community Partnerships   Ellensburg, Washington (August 4, 2021) – National Night Out took place on August 03, 2021. The objective of this nationwide annual community-building campaign is to promote police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. This year Court Advocates for Children was invited to take part in the community-building event in Ellensburg…

Strengthening parent-child visitation during child welfare proceedings HB 1194 Impacts on Family Time Visitation July 29, 2021 – HB 1194 Impacts on Family Time Visitation Family Time visitation is critical to strengthening and preserving the family bond and achieving…

Ellensburg, Washington (July 14, 2021) – Court Advocates for Children would like to announce the swearing-in of two new advocate volunteers.  On July 8, 2021, the Honorable Judge Hooper swore in Judy Backlund and Crystal Mach. Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs)…