Advocate Spotlight: June Maldonado
June Advocate Interview
1. How long have you been an Advocate and when did you realize you wanted to become one?
I've been a CASA Advocate since June 2017 and knew I wanted to become and advocate around 2015.2. What is the most rewarding aspect of being an Advocate?
The most rewarding aspect of being an Advocate is knowing that I can help make a positive difference in the life of a child or lives of multiple children. I have the ability to help an awful situation blossom into a happy ending for a child.
3. If you could offer words of encouragement to your fellow and incoming Advocates, what would they be?
If I could offer some words of encouragement to my fellow and incoming Advocates, they would be: Being an Advocate is a lot of work but never for a moment doubt that it's a worthwhile investment of your time and energy. Soon enough you'll find yourself in a moment when you've forgotten you're volunteering to help change the lives of these children, because they are changing yours! Always remember the reason you began this journey and why you wanted to be someone who matters to someone who matters. ❤
Brittany Coppage
CASA Volunteer Advocate, Christina Albert, was appointed to the case. She immediately contacted CPS, then reached out to the grandparents and traveled to visit the children.
