The Sept/Oct 2023 Training session has begun and will take place on the following dates:  Training will begin on September 5, 2023 (Tuesday) and will be completed by October 12, 2023 (Thursday). All 12 classes for this session will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6pm - 8:30pm.

​If you would like an application and more information regarding any future trainings, please e-mail Kelli Bravo at casacm4@stanct.org

Volunteer to Become a Voice for Foster Youth
Nobody longs for a safe and loving family more than a child in foster care. As a CASA volunteer, you are empowered by the courts to help make this dream a reality. You will be the one consistent adult in these children’s lives, vigilantly fighting for and protecting their fundamental right to be treated with the dignity and respect every child deserves. You will not only bring positive change to the lives of these vulnerable children, but also their children and generations to come. And in doing so, you will enrich your life as well.
CASA welcomes people from all walks of life. We are simply looking for people who care about children and have common sense. As a volunteer, you will be thoroughly trained and well supported by professional staff to help you through each case.
E-Mail us for a link to an application:​
Kelli Bravo at casacm4@stanct.org
To become a CASA advocate, you must be able to:
  • Provide proof of age (21 years old is our minimum age requirement for all advocates)
  • Pass a fingerprint background check
  • Provide a valid CA Drivers License & means of transportation
  • Complete 36 hours of training
  • Attend daytime Courtroom Hearings
  • Maintain monthly contact and reporting to CASA office
  • Fulfill 12 hours continued education each year.
  • Commit to a minimum of 18 months
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all case information
  • Classroom training (36 hours over 12 classes) is held three times a year.  Advocate trainees must attend the classes, with only minimal absences allowed.  Topics include:
    1. Dependency System
    2. Child Development Issues.
    3. Dynamics of Abuse.
    4. Communication
    5. Courtroom observation
    6. Court report writing.
    7. Foster Youth and Teen Rights.
    8. Education, Medical and Mental Health Advocacy.
Upcoming Training Classes
All of our informational sessions for the foreseeable future will be held over ZOOM.  The training will be offered both over Zoom and in-person at the CASA office.

Our 2024 CASA Trainings are listed below (subject to change): 
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The February / March 2024 Training session is scheduled to take place on the following dates:  Training will begin on February 6, 2024 (Tuesday) and will be completed by March 14, 2024 (Thursday).  All 12 classes for this session will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6pm - 8:30pm.

The optional Information Session/Orientation will be held over Zoom on Thursday; January 18, 2024 at 6:00pm.

The May / June 2024 Training session is scheduled to take place on the following dates:  Training will begin on May 21, 2024 (Tuesday) and will be completed by June 27, 2024 (Thursday).  All 12 classes for this session will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6pm - 8:30pm.

The optional Information Session/Orientation will be held over Zoom on Thursday; May 2, 2024 at 6:00pm.

The September / October 2024 Training session is scheduled to take place on the following dates:  Training will begin on September 10, 2024 (Tuesday) and will be completed by October 17, 2024 (Thursday).  All 12 classes for this session will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6pm - 8:30pm.

The optional Information Session/Orientation will be held over Zoom on Thursday; August 22, 2024 at 6:00pm.

*Dates of future trainings are subject to change.