When a child’s home becomes unsafe, and the child has to enter the Foster Care system, the judge may appoint a Court Ordered Special Advocate, or a CASA. A CASA is a trained volunteer who will advocate for the best interest of the child in court and other settings. In short, a CASA is going to protect and promote the best interests of children who have suffered from abuse and neglect. These individuals come from all walks of life, but have a shared passion for helping children. You don’t need to have any knowledge on the Legal System or Foster Care system to be a CASA, all you have to do is volunteer.