2012 National CASA Conference June 9-12, 2012, Washington, DC Join more than 1,400 colleagues from around the country for three-plus days of information-packed workshops and inspirational keynote addresses from leaders in their fields.

Conference Registration Update: National CASA is in the process of implementing a new online registration system that will improve the experience of conference attendees in 2012. Technical setbacks have temporarily delayed the registration launch. We will notify member programs and conference update subscribers by email when registration is available. Our sincere apologies for the delay.

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Awards of Excellence Nominations Due February 10: Recognize outstanding accomplishments and contributions with a National CASA Award of Excellence. Nominate a star by February 10.

CASA Meets Congress: After the conference, be part of a delegation bringing the voices of children to Capitol Hill as part of the 2012 CASA Meets Congress.

About the Conference

Who Attends?

Each year, more than 1,400 CASA and guardian ad litem staff, board members, volunteers, judges, attorneys and other child welfare professionals gather to connect with peers and learn from leaders in the field.

As one CASA volunteer said, people who come to National CASA's multi-disciplinary conference are "people who believe that kids count."  

Why Attend?

• Learn from top-notch faculty leading more than 60 workshops and institutes
• Be inspired by well-known general session speakers
• Network with more than 1,400 like-minded volunteers and professionals
• Enjoy an exhibit hall filled with resources

Wondering what the 2011 conference had to offer? Download the PDF of the 2011 conference program (954 KB).

Conference Goals

• 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 and continue the journey towards cultural competency.
• Build Leadership Skills: Increase your ability to sustain and expand your CASA/GAL program.
• Renew Your Commitment: Fortify your spirit and resolve to effect change through talking with and listening to peers and presenters.