The Distinguished Speaker Series is back for the last time in 2023! This year’s series Advocacy from the Bench features four honorable judges from across Texas. The Distinguished Speaker Series is a learning opportunity for the CASA network and other community partners involved in the child welfare system. The multi-part series features high-caliber speakers sharing their background and expertise on topics and … Read More
The Distinguished Speaker Series is back for the last time in 2023! This year’s series Advocacy from the Bench features four honorable judges from across Texas. The Distinguished Speaker Series is a learning opportunity for the CASA network and other community partners involved in the child welfare system. The multi-part series features high-caliber speakers sharing their background and expertise on topics and issues impacting the child welfare system.
Registration is $25 and includes all four episodes. A new episode will be released each Wednesday in September 2023 at 11 a.m. CT.
If you miss an episode, they will be available for viewing until Nov. 30, 2023.
Mark your calendars for September and get ready to register August 1 for the 2023 DSS!
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