By Trey Youngdahl
Judge Andy Riner swore in four new Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) volunteers on Wednesday, Dec. 29.
CASA is an organization that supports and promotes court-appointed volunteer advocacy for children and youth who have experienced abuse or neglect. The official Northwest Arkansas CASA website states, “We are committed to ensuring a consistent voice, safe home, and promising future for children in foster care.”
CASA warmly welcomed Dewayne Baker, Stacey Musgrave, Shea Cornelius, and Tara Cornelius to the roster of volunteers as Judge Andy Riner swore them in.
“The chance to speak and advocate for children is an incredible opportunity that I’m looking forward to and will not take lightly,” newly sworn in volunteer Tara Cornelius said. “I’m excited to see what I can learn and be taught from this experience. I’m so thankful to start this new journey alongside such incredible people.”
In a public statement made by CASA of the Ouachita Region, they also conveyed their excitement about the new volunteers, saying, “We know they will passionately advocate for the children they will serve.”
If you are interested in getting involved with or volunteering for CASA, you can contact them at (479) 243-9277 or stop by their office at 812B Dequeen Street in Mena.
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