It's Your City with Chris Bayer, director of Court Appointed Special Advocates
Chris Bayer tells us about CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates. CASA of Carson City advocates volunteer to "speak up" for children in First Judicial District of Nevada child welfare cases — Carson City and Storey County. Bayer serves as director.
Children enter these cases when Nevada's Division of Child and Family Services has determined it is unsafe for the child to remain at home due to abuse or neglect.
The CASA advocate serves as "guardian ad litem" under NRS 432b.500.
CASA of Carson City advocates receive training on court procedures, child development, domestic violence and other relevant subjects. Over time they gain a deep understanding of social problems and of children’s needs. Being a CASA advocate is interesting, demanding and rewarding. It involves research, documentation, communication and patience.
For more information on CASA, go here.
It's Your City is a weekly program aimed at keeping citizens informed about city government, organizations and happenings around Carson City, Nev. Go here to learn more about Access Carson City Television.
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