National CASA/GAL Association for Children
Shaney Starr, MS, has a diverse background in roles such as Director, Executive Director, and Public Relations/Strategic Communications/Event Planning. With experience at organizations such as National CASA/GAL Association for Children and VanNatta Public Relations, Shaney also holds a Master's degree in Management and Organizational Leadership from Warner Pacific University and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Northwest Christian University.
National CASA/GAL Association for Children
The National Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) / Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Association for Children, together with its network of 939 state organizations and local programs in 49 states and the District of Columbia, supports and promotes court-appointed volunteer advocacy so every child who has experienced abuse or neglect can be safe, have a permanent home, and the opportunity to thrive. National CASA/GAL leads the continued growth and development of this extensive national network of CASA/GAL programs, each of which recruits, trains and supports volunteers who advocate in court for the best interests of children and youth who are in the child welfare system or foster care. CASA and GAL volunteers are appointed by judges to advocate for children and youth. Volunteers work with legal and child welfare professionals, educators and service providers to ensure that judges have all the information they need to make the most well-informed decisions for each child. For many children, their CASA or GAL volunteer will be the one consistent adult in their lives. The positive impact of a CASA or GAL volunteer can help a child thrive.