Southeast Alabama Child Advocacy Center

We are pleased to announce that Jessica Goolsby has rejoined the CAC team as our new Executive Director! Jessica was part of our organization from 2007 to 2015, during which she held several key positions, including Family Advocate/MDT Coordinator, Education Specialist, and Outreach Coordinator.

Jessica earned her Master’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Auburn University. Over the past 11 years, she has been dedicated to homeschooling her two sons while also volunteering as a co-op coordinator. In her leisure time, she enjoys spending quality moments with her family, walking her dog, and engaging in Bible study.

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Thank you to everyone who helped make the 5th Annual Breaking the Chains Disc Golf Tournament a success this past Saturday!

We are so grateful to Dr. Robert Masoner and Jeremy Benton for hosting this tournament again and continuing to use this event as a way to support the children and families served by the Southeast Alabama Child Advocacy Center.

Thank you also to every sponsor, player, and supporter who helped make the day possible. Your generosity, time, and participation help us continue providing hope, healing, and advocacy for children in our community.

We are honored to be the beneficiary of this event and thankful for a community that continues to stand with us in this important work.

Where is Emily?

Our Education Advocate, Emily, recently visited Fort Rucker for a special talk: “Every Child Deserves to Be Safe. Do You Know How You Can Help?”

Thank you to the Family Advocacy Program for inviting us to be part of this important conversation. Any adult who works with, cares for, or interacts with children has the opportunity to recognize warning signs, respond with care, and help connect families to support.

At the Southeast Alabama Child Advocacy Center, we believe prevention starts with education, awareness, and community members who are willing to step up for children.

Thank you, FAP, for helping us share this message and for standing with us in the work to keep children safe.

Curious what it’s like to serve on a nonprofit board?

Join members of the Southeast Alabama Child Advocacy Center Junior Board for a special lunch and learn as we share our personal experiences serving on the CAC Junior Board, including why we joined, what we’ve learned, and how serving has impacted our personal and professional growth.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about nonprofit board service, community involvement, and how you can make a difference by getting connected with your local Child Advocacy Center.

📆 Wednesday, July 22
⏰ 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce

Free lunch will be provided, but spots are limited! To register, email [email protected].

We would love to have you join us and learn more about what it means to serve, grow, and give back through the CAC Junior Board.

Happy Birthday to Aline Mays-Easley! 🎉 Aline is one of our incredible Mental Health Therapists at the Southeast Alabama Child Advocacy Center, and we are so grateful for the compassion, care, and support she brings to the children and families we serve. Please join us in wishing Aline a very happy birthday! 💙

We are grateful to the City of Ozark for including the Southeast Alabama Child Advocacy Center in this year’s agency appropriations.

Earlier this week, we had the opportunity to attend the City of Ozark Commission meeting, where area agencies were recognized and presented with funding to support the work being done throughout our communities.

Thank you to Commissioner Les Perault, Place 2, and the entire City of Ozark Commission for your continued support of local organizations and the children and families we serve. Your partnership helps make a meaningful difference across the Wiregrass.