I'm sure we have all been keeping up to date on the Casey Anthony case, hoping she gets what she deserves. I, personally, feel that the justice system has failed, we have an innocent little girl who will never get to live her life to the fullest and a "mother" who just didn't seem to care. When I heard they said she was innocent, my heart sank. To imagine the horrible way that little Caylee must have felt, wondering why or HOW her "Mommy" could do this to her. In light of all of this, I would like to tell you about a Non-Profit that is dear to my heart. I volunteered for a little bit, but not nearly as long as I wish I could have, with CASA. Court Appointed Special Advocates or CASA, is a non-profit agency that provides a voices for abused or neglected children. They provide everyday people with the skills and knowledge they need to be a voice for these children. As a CASA volunteer you spend time with the child, probably more time than the attorney or social worker can. You also are able to talk to the child's family, doctors, teachers and anyone else that plays a role in the child's life and you report back to the court. They are absolutely wonderful and even if you have no experience with the court system, they provide you with the training and resources you need to be an advocate for a child in need. If you are interested in learning more or in volunteering, you can do so here.
I know this is a short post, and I really wish I could type more, as this is such an important topic to me. But my three babies just woke up and are wanting breakfast. I hope that you take the time to even just visit the website and maybe some of you will volunteer. I really wish I could get back into, but unfortunately there is not a chapter near my town. Thank you for taking the time to read this.
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