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2025 Director of the Year: Patricia Anderson-Alicea
Each year, Louisiana CASA proudly recognizes the outstanding individuals and programs that go above and beyond in their commitment to...
Louisiana CASA
May 7, 20252 min read
2025 Advocate of the Year: Denaé Hebert
Each year, Louisiana CASA proudly recognizes the outstanding individuals and programs that go above and beyond in their commitment to...
Louisiana CASA
May 7, 20252 min read
Statewide CASA Services Uninterrupted Amid Federal Funding Changes
Official Statement from Amanda Moody, State Director of Louisiana CASA As the State Director of Louisiana CASA, I want to assure our...
Louisiana CASA
Apr 24, 20252 min read
A Message from the Director: Beyond Tradition - Ensuring Every Child Feels Valued
This week, my family celebrated my son’s Junior Ring Ceremony. It is one of those milestones that signifies the transition from childhood...
Louisiana CASA
Mar 12, 20252 min read
A Message from the Director: A Game-Changing Opportunity - Be a Voice for Foster Youth
February is an exciting time for Louisiana as we prepare to host one of the biggest sporting events in the world, the Super Bowl. This...
Louisiana CASA
Feb 7, 20253 min read
House Bill 905: A Step Forward for CASA and Louisiana's Youth in Foster Care
We are thrilled to share some exciting news! Today marks a significant milestone in our mission to advocate for youth in foster care....
Louisiana CASA
Jun 18, 20242 min read
Black History Month In-Service Resources for CASA Volunteers
As part of our commitment to fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we encourage CASA volunteers to utilize their continuing...
Louisiana CASA
Jan 31, 20241 min read
Louisiana CASA Secures Major Grant from The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation to Revolutionize Child Advocacy
BATON ROUGE, LA — Louisiana CASA, a leading advocate for children in the state's foster care system, is proud to announce a...
Louisiana CASA
Jan 29, 20243 min read
CASA of the 18th JDC receives warm welcome from the community
CASA of the 18th JDC received a warm welcome to the community with a ribbon cutting, hosted by the Iberville Chamber of Commerce, and a...
Louisiana CASA
Oct 26, 20231 min read
Louisiana CASA Announces New Board of Directors Members
Louisiana CASA is excited to announce our new Board of Directors Members for FY 2022-2023. The five new members will join our current...
Louisiana CASA
Jul 8, 20225 min read
CASA of Terrebonne volunteer, Gina Danos, is Terrebonne Parish's first female fire chief
When Gina Danos joined the Montegut Fire Department 18 years ago, she had no intention of fighting fires. “I was always interested in...
Louisiana CASA
May 19, 20223 min read
National Child Abuse Prevention Month
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and CASA programs across Louisiana are raising awareness about child abuse and neglect...
Louisiana CASA
Apr 18, 20222 min read
2022 Awards of Excellence Winners
Each year we highlight innovation and exemplary service at the Annual Awards of Excellence Banquet. Community members nominate...
Louisiana CASA
Apr 14, 20228 min read
CASA of Jefferson welcomes new Executive Director, Wendy Magee
CASA Jefferson has named Wendy Magee as the new Executive Director! Wendy has a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Wiley...
Louisiana CASA
Mar 7, 20222 min read
Sharon Howey named Louisiana’s CASA Volunteer of the Month
Congratulations to Sharon Howey for being selected as Louisiana’s CASA Volunteer of the Month! Sharon resides in Northwest Louisiana and...
Louisiana CASA
Feb 17, 20223 min read
Local CASA supervisor graduates from Loyola University’s Children’s Law and Policy Executive Program
National CASA recently announced the 2021 graduates of Loyola University's Children's Law and Policy Executive Program. One of the...
Louisiana CASA
Feb 7, 20222 min read
Children's Advocacy Network welcomes new Executive Director, Kendra Gauthier
The Children’s Advocacy Network has named Kendra Gauthier as its new Executive Director! “We are very excited to have Kendra lead the...
Louisiana CASA
Jan 30, 20221 min read
Liz Betz leads Capital Area CASA as Executive Director for 29th year
In 1992, a group of concerned and dedicated individuals established Capital Area CASA Association in East Baton Rouge Parish as a...
Louisiana CASA
Jan 1, 20222 min read
Donna Bulliard named Louisiana’s CASA Volunteer of the Month
Congratulations to Donna Bulliard for being selected as Louisiana’s CASA Volunteer of the Month! Donna is a wife of 41 years, a mom to 4...
Louisiana CASA
Dec 16, 20212 min read
NFL My Cause My Cleats Initiative Brings Awareness to the CASA Mission
As part of the NFL’s My Cause My Cleats program, players can pick a cause that is important to them and represent their chosen...
Louisiana CASA
Dec 6, 20212 min read
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