Events

Hosted by Illinois CASA | Online REGISTER HERE  In this webinar, we will focus on understanding emotional intelligence (EQ) and how it fits into your growth as a CASA Advocate. Historically, people with higher EQs are better problem solvers, team players, and leaders. So, how can improving your EQ help you not only as a […]

Hosted by Illinois CASA This webinar will provide information on YouthCare and the resources available to advocates to assist youth and their caregivers in navigating the healthcare system. Participants will be able to identify resources on the ilyouthcare.com website that will allow them to advocate for the health and well-being of youth. REGISTER HERE 

Hosted by Illinois CASA Learning disabilities are due to genetic and/or neurobiological factors that alter brain functioning in a manner that affects one or more cognitive processes related to learning. These processing problems can interfere with learning basic skills such as reading, writing, and/or math. They can also interfere with higher-level skills such as organization,

Hosted By CASA Kane County | Online via TEAMs The Report to the Court, prepared by a CASA/GAL Volunteer, represents important information that the Judge will use to make appropriate decisions for youth in care.  The monthly Report Writing Workshop will review the current requirements for court reports, provide an overview of a sample report,

Hosted by Illinois CASA Register Here Join us as we listen to Prevent Child Abuse Illinois present four main points on resiliency: – Define the concept of resilience and assess our own resilience traits – Look at how trauma exposure impacts our ability to be resilient – Gain a deeper understanding of resilience characteristics and

Presented by CASA Kane County online through Microsoft Teams. This training aims to enhance our ability to ensure the safety, equity, and health of LGBTQIA+ youth while maintaining a cultural humility perspective.   Providers will develop a stronger understanding of the social inequities and health disparities within this community, as well as the effects of minority

Presented online by Gloria Kelley, Executive Director of CASA Kane County via Microsoft Teams. Join fellow CASA/GAL Volunteers to hear about issues we are all facing on our cases.  Advocate Supervisors and Training staff will be in attendance to guide each session, providing you with a safe and supportive environment to discuss your case, receive

Hosted by Illinois CASA Register Here Learn more about the LBGTQ+ community as well as mental health issues unique to individuals part of the LBGTQ+ population. We will focus primarily on hurdles children and youth in the LBGTQ+ community face, and can be applied to adult population as well. Presented by Chas Swearingen with Lincoln