CASA is a nonprofit that trains volunteers for the local court system to speak for children who have suffered abuse and neglect.
“CASA” stands for “Court-Appointed Special Advocates.”
Here in Southeast Tennessee, CASA of Bradley and Polk Counties - based in Cleveland - marks ten years of service on August 18th.
Christopher Janetzko is the executive director of CASA - and Natalie Barrionuevo manages the volunteers.