Collection: About CASA

Tri-Lakes CASA is a Arkansas 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates. CASA volunteers speak up and advocate for abused and neglected children in the courtroom and other settings.

In Arkansas alone there are approximately 58,000 investigations of child abuse and maltreatment each year. A total of about 9,500 cases are confirmed to be abuse: physical, sexual, or a combination of both. 

CASA is integral to making sure the voices of all children are heard. There is no yellow brick road for children in abusive and neglected environments to find a way out. A CASA advocate is there to listen, help, and most importantly, speak up. Children in these situations have a lot to say, but they need someone to help them have their voice heard. Someone to protect them from getting lost in the system, someone to ensure that their needs are being met - an advocate. CASA advocates help fulfill one of society’s most important missions, to make sure each child in our community has access to a safe environment.

Visit our website for more information about becoming a volunteer!