CASA of Eastern Oregon, Inc. is a non-profit organization committed to speaking for the best interests of abused and neglected children in the Baker, Grant, Harney, Lake, Malheur, Union and Wallowa County dependency courts.
Our Vision
Giving voice to children by advocating for every child’s birthright to a safe, nurturing, forever family; changing a child’s story.
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Our Mission
CASA of Eastern Oregon is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children from Baker, Grant, Harney, Lake, Malheur, Union and Wallowa counties through volunteer advocacy.
History
The first CASA program began in Seattle in 1977 as an idea of Judge David Soukup, a juvenile court judge. In 1982 the National CASA Association was established to serve as an umbrella organization for the growing number of programs in the country. There are now over 1,000 programs operating throughout the United States.
In 1985, Oregon legislature authorized a pilot CASA project. In 1987, legislature mandated that all Oregon children in state care who were abused and neglected should be appointed an Advocate. All Oregon counties currently operate a CASA Program. CASA of Eastern Oregon began in 1996.