CASA Kane County invites the community to join the annual Hands Around the Courthouse event set for noon on Thursday, April 10, at the Kane County Courthouse in Geneva.
The event serves as a reminder of the need to protect abused and neglected children and raise awareness of the effects of child abuse, according to a press release from CASA Kane County.
CASA Kane County is a nonprofit organization committed to serving the interests of children in foster care through the advocacy of Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers, group officials said.
Held in observance of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Hands Around the Courthouse event brings together community members, legal professionals and child advocates to spotlight the challenges faced by children in the foster care system, the release stated.
Each year, CASA Kane County’s volunteers advocate for nearly 700 children, working to ensure their voices are heard and their futures safeguarded, officials with the group said.
By gathering for the event, participants reinforce their commitment to breaking the cycle of abuse and neglect, according to the release.
This year’s event will feature Kane County Chief Judge Robert Villa, Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie Mosser and CASA Kane County Executive Director Jim Di Ciaula, event organizers said. They will provide insights into the state of child welfare in the county and discuss how the community can help.
“We could not do this critical work without our dedicated volunteers, our loyal supporters and our community partners and friends,” Di Ciaula said of the efforts of CASA Kane County. “We need all of you – and more – to join us in our important journey to protect children by providing a caring, trusted adult who is a constant in their lives and gives them encouragement, support and most importantly hope.
“We ask anyone interested in supporting children, to take the time to learn more about getting involved with CASA Kane County and joining us at this meaningful community event,” he said in the release.
For more information about Hands Around the Courthouse and to learn how to get involved with CASA Kane County, go to www.casakanecounty.org or call 630-232-4484.
