This report details both the number of children who are missing from the children’s substitute care provider as well as the number of children who were victims of human trafficking while in the managing conservatorship of DFPS in FY 2023. Additionally, this report includes data regarding: Whether a child who went missing was a victim of human trafficking Whether the managing conservatorship … Read More
This report details both the number of children who are missing from the children’s substitute care provider as well as the number of children who were victims of human trafficking while in the managing conservatorship of DFPS in FY 2023. Additionally, this report includes data regarding:
- Whether a child who went missing was a victim of human trafficking
- Whether the managing conservatorship of DFPS is temporary or permanent
- The type of substitute care in which the child is placed
- The child’s county of residence, sex, age, race, and ethnicity
The children in this report are marked with missing events from care if the child or youth:
- Runs away from care
- Is abducted by a known or unknown person
- Is otherwise absent from care with no known location
Knowing how to best advocate for young people who have been or are at risk of being trafficked is essential for CASA volunteers, and the programs who support them. Texas CASA has many resources available for local CASA programs to build relationships with community stakeholders working within the anti-child trafficking space, as well as to ensure a survivor-centered advocacy approach. Learn more or explore the resources here, or reach out to Texas CASA’s Anti-Child Trafficking Consultant Rhonda Kuykendall at casaacts@texascasa.org for more information.
Access Report
RETURN TO INSIDE CASA HOMEPAGE
Texas CASA Hosts Program Directors from Around the State
In June, Texas CASA hosted Program Directors from around the state for a full day of training and networking! Program Directors learned about management practices, embedding Collaborative Family Engagement (CFE) into areas of advocacy, retention techniques and safety planning advocacy. Thank you to all who attended! BACK TO INSIDE CASA HOMEPAGE
Celebrating Diversity Means Recognizing the Value in Our Differences
Dear friends, Disability Pride Month is celebrated every July and is an opportunity to honor the history, achievements, experiences and struggles of the disability community.[1] Even though this month comes with many joyous celebrations, we cannot negate the unfortunate reality that both children with disabilities and children of parents with disabilities are overrepresented in the child welfare system. Texas CASA … Read More
STAR Monthly Zoom’s Summer Lineup
Do you ever feel misunderstood? Do your volunteers ever feel misunderstood? On July 29th the STAR team welcomes Diana Aslin from CASA Hope for Children to talk about Nonviolent Communication and taking full responsibility for how we communicate and express ourselves. Communication affects everyone, especially the children and families served by CASA volunteers. Please join us for guidelines on how … Read More
She Believed in Us More Than We Did
Dawn began her journey as a CASA advocate at East Texas CASA in January 2023. Before becoming a CASA advocate, Dawn taught middle school math for five years and worked as a high school counselor for 30 years. She is now retired and currently working part-time for an online academy. “Having seen firsthand the positive effects that CASA can have … Read More