National CASA Podcast

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Fostering Connections Legislation and Kinship Care Feb 08, 2010

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The option of placing a foster child in a family member’s home is often overlooked. In this podcast Heidi Redlich Epstein from the American Bar Association talks about the importance of kinship care and ways that the Fostering Connections legislation can increase these placements.

Helping Youth Succeed: A Former Foster Youth's Story, Part II Jan 25, 2010

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This is the second segment of a two-part story. In part one, we heard Michael describe his experiences in foster care. In part two, we hear from two men who helped Michael get where he is today.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service: A volunteer advocate's reflection Jan 12, 2010

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As part of National CASA's commemoration of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, we asked volunteers from across the country to share their thoughts about Dr. King's legacy and its relevancy to CASA work. This podcast is an interview with one of the volunteers who responded.

Helping Youth Succeed: A Former Foster Youth's Story Jan 04, 2010

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This is part one of a two-part series. In this half you will hear Michael describe his experiences with the foster care system and Rhode Island CASA and share how he was able to overcome the odds. In part two you will hear from the two men who helped Michael get where he is today.

Bringing Youth to the Table Dec 09, 2009

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In this podcast Jacqueline Wilson from Louisiana CASA Association discusses the importance of including the youth in the decision making process in creating their plan.

National CASA CEO Michael Piraino Nov 19, 2009

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National CASA's CEO Michael Piraino shares his thoughts on how our network's advocacy changes the lives of the children we serve, which ultimately changes the world.

The Effects of Methamphetamine on Children Nov 12, 2009

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Lynn Riemer, expert on drug manufacturing, explains the effects of methamphetamine on the families and children we serve. Lynn was a presenter at our 2009 National CASA Conference and will be returning to speak at our 2010 National CASA Conference in Atlanta, April 16-19.

Finding Your Racial and Ethnic Identity in Foster Care Nov 09, 2009

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Former foster youth Angel Adams tells her story of her racial and ethnic journey while in foster care. Angel is a member of Facing Foster Care in Alaska, and her artwork has appeared on the cover of National CASA's Connection magazine.

Volunteer Story - Joe Sternberg Nov 04, 2009

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Volunteer advocate Joe Sternberg tells the story of his experience as a CASA volunteer.

Interview with Judge Dean Lewis Nov 04, 2009

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Retired Judge Dean Lewis, editor of The Judges' Page newsletter, shares her perspective on the importance of the work of CASA/GAL volunteers in the courtroom.

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