Standard 6 – Management and Funding

Standard 6 Management and Funding Demonstrates mission-oriented leadership in operations management and is a responsible steward of all resources in order to maximize advocacy for children who are eligible for and in need of a CASA volunteer.   Logic Model...

Standard 5 – Ethical Conduct and Confidentiality

Standard 5 Governance and Administration Oversees and ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, fiduciary obligations, written agreements, standards, and financial sustainability of the program.   Strategic Plan or equivalent Whistleblower Policy...

Standard 4 – Ethical Conduct and Confidentiality

Standard 4 Ethical Conduct and Confidentiality Upholds the credibility, integrity, dignity, and reliability of CASA advocacy by conducting all interactions in an honest, fair, respectful, and compassionate manner. The program incorporates policies and practices to...

Standard 3 – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Standard 3 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusions Commits to diversity, equity, and inclusion and demonstrates these qualities in its own operations, governance, management, and quality advocacy for children.   Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Plan(s) with proof and...

Standard 2 – Guiding Principles

Standard 2 Guiding Principles Provides best-interest advocacy for children as reflected in these guiding principles which recognize the importance of family preservation and reunification, equity, diversity, inclusion and collaboration.   Court Report(s) (report...

Standard 1 – Core Model and Mission

Standard 1 Core Model and Mission Adheres to the Core Model of providing screened, trained, and qualified community court-appointed volunteers to advocate for the best interests of children and youth who are before the court as a result of abuse or neglect as defined...