Chesapeake CASA-Court Appointed Special Advocate Program

10/10/2026

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor the legacy of Carmen Fernandez, a Cuban-born social worker, child welfare advocate, and community leader whose dedication helped strengthen families and improve the lives of children in Northern Virginia.

After immigrating to the United States in 1960, Carmen built a career in social work, serving with Arlington County’s Child Protective Services for 25 years. Through her work, she recognized the unique challenges Spanish-speaking immigrant families faced when navigating the child welfare system, including language barriers and the need for culturally responsive support.

Her legacy reminds us that effective child advocacy means more than protecting children. It means understanding their families, honoring their cultural identities, and ensuring every child has the opportunity to feel safe, valued, and supported.

09/27/2026

Now loading…. A new class of Chesapeake CASA volunteers ready to champion for children in our community. ♥️💙

09/04/2026

Chesapeake CASA will be closed September 4th in addition to September 7th for the Labor Day holiday.

08/22/2026

Every child deserves an adult in their corner.

This school year, you can make a lasting difference by volunteering with the Chesapeake CASA program. As a Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteer, you can help ensure children feel heard, supported, and empowered as they navigate challenging circumstances.

This back-to-school season, give something that lasts far beyond the first day of class: your time and compassion.

👉 Become a Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteer today and help make a difference in a child’s life.

Apply today!
https://www.cityofchesapeake.net/321/Court-Appointed-Special-Advocates-CASA

Training starts September 19th!

08/21/2026

If you're interested in becoming a volunteer advocate for abused and neglected children, join one of our upcoming info sessions to learn more about what it takes to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA).

Right now we have 14 children in Chesapeake waiting for someone like you to step up.

To register, email [email protected] and let us now which session you plan to join.

Act now! Fall training starts September 19th.

07/04/2026

This Fourth of July is especially meaningful as we celebrate 250 years of the American story.

As we honor the generations who came before us, we also recognize the role each of us plays in shaping the next 250 years. Strong communities are built when neighbors care for one another, families are supported, and every child has the opportunity to feel safe, valued, and heard.

This Independence Day, let’s continue our shared commitment to building a brighter America. One rooted in compassion, service, and opportunity for all.

Chesapeake CASA, wishes you and your loved ones a safe, joyful, and memorable Fourth of July.

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

07/03/2026

Becoming a CASA volunteer doesn’t require climbing skyscrapers, but it does require courage.

It takes courage to step into a child’s life during one of their hardest seasons. To speak up when they can’t. To stand beside them in court. To be the consistent, caring adult who reminds them they matter.

The bravest messages aren’t always the loudest. Sometimes they’re found in the quiet promise of a volunteer saying, “I’ll be there for you.”

To learn more contact us at [email protected]

07/02/2026

Thank you to our elected officials and to every individual that took the time to speak up on behalf of CASA programs throughout Virginia.

Your commitment helps ensure that essential programs can continue making a meaningful difference in the lives of Virginia's children and families.

This week we celebrate a historic milestone for Virginia CASA - Court Appointed Special Advocates! For the first time in nearly two decades, the Commonwealth's CASA programs will receive a significant increase in State General Fund support. 👏

This historic investment will strengthen CASA programs across Virginia, reduce waitlists, and ensure more children who have experienced abuse or neglect have a dedicated voice in court.

This investment in children and families would not have been possible without the bipartisan leadership of the many Delegates and Senators who championed this effort and recognized the critical role Court Appointed Special Advocates play in supporting children, families, and Virginia's courts. Together, we're creating brighter futures for Virginia's most vulnerable children. 🌟

06/29/2026

As Pride Month comes to a close, we celebrate the courage it takes to be yourself.

Every child deserves to be seen, heard, and supported exactly as they are.

Thank you to our LGBTQ+ youth, families, volunteers, and allies who help build a world where every child belongs.

06/21/2026

To the fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers, foster fathers, and all the men that show up as father figures to children in the community, may you enjoy your day of rest.

Happy Father's Day!