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POWERFUL VOICE for
Abused & Neglected Children in SWLA Every child has the right to safety and security, unfortunately that is not always the case. At Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), a Division of Family & Youth, we rely on trained volunteers who speak in court for the best interests of a child who has been removed from his or her home due to abuse and/or neglect. These volunteers are ordinary people from all walks of life who step-up to assist judges in getting to know the child and their specific case. They care, listen, and put the child’s interests before all others. CASA volunteers do not provide legal representation, nor do they replace case workers, but they serve as the eyes and ears of the court in partnership with involved parties. Ultimately, they speak for the children they represent when they cannot speak for themselves to help them heal and thrive!
Family & Youth was established as a non-profit in 1970 to provide affordable and professional services dedicated to advocacy, counseling and education for the people of Southwest Louisiana and in communities we are called to serve.
To learn more, visit FYCA.org or call (337) 436-9533.