21st Annual Texas CASA Conference

Big Voices—Big Impact for Children

September 30-October 2, 2010

Sheraton Dallas

WELCOME
Texas CASA, together with its local members, supports and promotes court-appointed volunteer advocacy for abused and neglected children so that they can thrive in safe, permanent homes. Texas CASA comprises a network of 69 programs in 204 counties with 5,648 CASA volunteers in FY 09 that served 19,818 children.

Over 400 executive directors, program staff, board members, judges, volunteers and other child welfare professionals from across the state are expected to attend the 2010 Texas CASA Conference.  Conference attendees’ levels of experience vary from one of a seasoned veteran to that of a new volunteer or staff member.

In workshops and through networking with colleagues and peers, conference attendees will gain the skills\knowledge and inspiration to take back to their local program a strong voice for children.


CONFERENCE GOALS FOR ATTENDEES:
Strengthen Volunteer Voices: Build skills and acquire tools that will enhance your ability to speak up for abused and neglected children.
Develop Inclusive Practices: Expand your knowledge and skills while exploring practices that enable us to better serve all children in our communities.
Build Leadership Skills: Increase your ability to sustain and expand your CASA program.
Renew Your Commitment: Fortify your spirit and resolve to effect change.


Early Bird Registration Ends Tuesday, September 7, 2010!
Don't miss out on discount pricing, register now!

All of the conference workshop materials and powerpoints that presenters have agreed to share will be posted on this website. The materials will remain up throughout the year so participants and local programs will be able to access this information easily and ongoing throughout the year. Note: Handouts will be available only as presenters have deemed necessary for their presentations. Materials will be posted online 2 weeks before conference.


 
Conference Speakers
 

Dr. Bruce D. Perry
Keynote Speaker

Thursday
September 30, 2010

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Andrew Bridge
Keynote Speaker

Friday
October 1, 2010

8:30 am - 10:00 am

 

Detective Mike Johnson
Keynote Speaker

Saturday
October2, 2010

8:30 am - 9:30 am

 

Thank you to our Sponsors!


 

2009 Conference Handouts
2010 Conference Committee