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Erikson’s Executive Fellows Program Aims to Change Systems
Erikson Institute is proud to announce the sixth cohort of its Executive Fellows program. The program’s intent is to elevate the science of early childhood development to top decision-makers who

Erikson’s Executive Fellows Program Aims to Change Systems
Erikson Institute is proud to announce the sixth cohort of its Executive Fellows program. The program’s intent is to elevate the science of early childhood development to top decision-makers who

CASA of Cook County aims to help children in protective custody due to abuse, neglect | abc7chicago.com
CHICAGO (WLS) — Right now there are more than 5,600 children who have experienced abuse or neglect living in protective custody in Chicago. One group is making it their mission

(ABC7) Casa of Cook County holds fall gala
CHICAGO (WLS) — Casa of Cook County recognized volunteers and advocates working to improve the lives of children in foster care at their fall gala Wednesday night.
ABC 7’s Diana Palomar accepted the media champion award on behalf of ABC 7.
ABC 7’s Hosea Sanders also served as the emcee for tonight’s gala.

2019 CHICAGO MARATHON
In 2019, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Cook County has 19 amazing individuals who are running 26.2 miles all to support children in the Cook County foster care system who have experienced abuse, neglect, abandonment, or all three. Team CASA runners are raising funds so that these children can be matched with a CASA volunteer who will give them a voice in court and help them find a safe, permanent home.
ASK YOUR IL STATE SENATOR TO VOTE YES ON HB 2497!
The 17,000 children in protective custody in Illinois need your help! Right now, the Illinois Senate is considering legislation (HB 2497) that would give children who have experienced abuse and

MORE CHILDREN IN COOK COUNTY ARE HOMEWARD BOUND.
Thanks to the generous support of guests and sponsors, we are delighted to announce that this year’s Homeward Bound: Cocktails for CASA was our most successful to date! The event