Since joining Atlanta CASA, Kristin has served on two cases—one of which was successfully closed with permanency achieved. She has remained dedicated to her current case since 2022, consistently staying informed and advocating for the best interests of the children, no matter the challenges that arise, Kristin ensures that the children's needs are met whether it is fighting for services to be in place or ensuring visitations are being consistent.

Since joining Atlanta CASA, Aliyah is currently on her fourth case and continues to be a reliable and dedicated advocate. She consistently makes herself available when there’s a need for CASA volunteers, showing her unwavering commitment to children in care. In her current case, Aliyah has become one of the few consistent figures in the child’s life.

Since joining Atlanta CASA, Casey has served on two cases, demonstrating consistent dedication and commitment to her role as a Court Appointed Special Advocate. She has remained on her current case since 2021, serving as a stable and reliable presence in the child's life. Casey diligently ensures that the child’s needs are met and advocates for their best interests with their services, education, and placement.

Since joining Atlanta CASA, Michelle has been a consistent and committed presence in the life of the child she has served since 2019. Her dedication to advocacy is unwavering, and she has supported the child in numerous ways. Her long-term commitment exemplifies the profound impact a CASA volunteer can have.

Since joining Atlanta CASA, Chandra has consistently demonstrated a commitment to service by making herself available to support multiple cases at the same time. Despite managing a caseload involving several children and visiting various homes each month, she approaches her responsibilities with dedication and willingness. She also goes above and beyond to ensure the children she serves have all the essential items needed through community resources. Her ability to balance the demands of multiple cases while maintaining a high standard of advocacy speaks to her compassion for the children she serves.

Eric has been serving with Atlanta CASA since 2021 and has remained dedicated to the same case throughout his time as a volunteer. As several children on the case moved outside the city—Eric continued to travel for visits and consistently advocated for their best interests. Through his efforts, permanency was achieved for three of the four children on the case. Eric continues to support the remaining child by continuing to support him with his current educational needs and services.

Andre has been serving with Atlanta CASA since 2024 and has been dedicated to his current case involving five children. He consistently demonstrates a strong commitment to the case, ensuring that each child’s needs are addressed both in and outside of the courtroom. Through regular communication with multiple foster parents and service providers, Andre ensures comprehensive support for the children. His dedication is exemplified through actions such as picking up a pair of glasses for one of the children and going above and beyond to meet their needs.

Janiece has been serving with Atlanta CASA since 2023. Known for thinking outside of the box, she ensures the children on her caseload receive the support and services they need to thrive. On her current case, she has been a voice for the children's mental health, medical, and educational needs and all around wellbeing.

Dr. Felicia Tillman is no stranger to the foster care system. Growing up in DeKalb County, she and her older sister bounced from home to home for most of their childhoods. Perhaps, this is the reason Dr. Tillman is a Licensed Professional Counselor and an advocate for youth still today. Dr. Tillman celebrates ten years of being a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Atlanta CASA this year. She is also a facilitator, helping to usher future CASAs into this much needed advocacy work, with their toolboxes full of best practices.

I volunteer as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) since 11/2019, ensuring children have a voice in the court system, and proudly serve as a board member for my community civic league, where I help strengthen neighborhood ties. My goal is to continue growing as an advocate, a leader, and a connector within my community. When I’m not working or volunteering, you can find me spending time with my family and friends, encouraging strong marriages, or enjoying my love for crafting. I believe that small acts of service, done with great love, create the most meaningful impact.

Sonya Ko worked over 30 years in the corporate sector with Accenture, Marakon UK, American Express AUS/NZ and SunTrust Bank focusing on Strategy, Business Analysis and Finance. She is now channeling her experience into causes she believe in such as Education and Women by serving as a Board Member at the Paideia School, Global Village Project (school for refugee girls) and Her Term (electing progressive women into Georgia politics). Sonya Ko holds an Industrial Engineering degree with Honors from Georgia Tech and a MBA from the Yale School of Management. Sonya Ko has been a CASA since June 2020.

Ivey Hamby grew up in Suwanee, Georgia, and graduated from the University of Georgia before launching a career in advertising and marketing. Over the years, she has grown into a senior leadership role, where she focuses on building meaningful connections between brands and the people they serve. Beyond her day job, giving back to the community is something Ivey cares deeply about. Since March 2023, she has served as a CASA Volunteer in Atlanta, where she has served three children and their communities. She also previously volunteered with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, helping create uplifting, creative experiences for young patients.

I believe every child deserves to live up to their full potential regardless of their background, what a child has endured, or any other obstacles that stand in their way. I want to help find a pathway for those children that are victims of abuse and neglect. To show children their circumstances does not determine their outcome. Though life may seem they were dealt a bad hand, however any hand can be a “winning” hand through with the help such as organization like CASA, determination, and above all, faith. My deep commitment is to helping children who are victims of abuse and neglect, and to share my perspective on the importance of supporting these young individuals to achieve their full potential, regardless of the challenges they face.

I have volunteered as an Atlanta CASA Volunteer since 2016. I was inspired to become a CASA Volunteer because I had spoken to family members and coworkers who shared with me the impact their CASA had on supporting their families throughout the family court process. I wanted to utilize my time and experience to make a positive impression on the children and their families on what support looks like within the justice system. The most rewarding part of being a CASA Volunteer is seeing the recognition in the child’s eyes of recognition and safety when you visit them at their homes or schools. Although this situation is a temporary period for these children, it is an opportunity to make a lifetime impact on demonstrating what genuine kindness and support should look like.

I began my CASA journey in March 2023 and was assigned a complex case involving a 12-year-old boy with autism who lost his mother during COVID. After his sister could no longer manage his care, DFCS stepped in and eventually placed him in a specialized out-of-state program. Over 20 months, I’ve worked closely with DFCS to support his progress. His father relinquished parental rights, and former caseworker Ms. Knight—now with a master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis—has returned as a potential foster mother. This case has been challenging but incredibly rewarding, deepening my knowledge and commitment as a CASA volunteer.

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