Yolanda Barnes-Adams

Court Appointed Special Advocate (Casa) @Georgia Casa

Cobb County, GA, US

I advocated for children\'s best interests in the foster system through investigation, court testimony, and cultural awareness, with specific assignments to individual children, and conducted monthly in-person visits. I wrote detailed monthly case reports on interactions with the child, professionals, schools, and other relevant parties, significantly contributing to informed decision-making and improved outcomes for the child\'s welfare. Additionally, I received extensive training in trauma resilience, communication skills, mental health, substance abuse, cultural competency, domestic violence, educational advocacy, and LGBTQ youth advocacy to effectively support and advocate for the diverse needs of children in the foster care system.