"Appointed and empowered directly by the courts, CASA/GAL volunteers advocate for a child’s best interest by providing critical information to judges about the child’s needs and well-being to help the judge make the most well-informed decision. The CASA/GAL model has expanded during the past 40 years, and CASA/GAL programs have established themselves and their volunteers as trusted partners with the courts and child welfare professionals. "

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