Go Blue with Monroe County CASA for Child Abuse Prevention Month
April marks National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about the mistreatment of vulnerable children and to honor those working to create safe, supportive environments for them. At least 1 in 7 children have experienced abuse or neglect nationwide in the last year. On March 25th, 217 children were actively involved in the child welfare system in Monroe County. Many of these children are in desperate need of stable, nurturing relationships to help them heal and thrive. Monroe County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is dedicated to supporting these children by empowering volunteers to advocate for their ...
Download and Color our Last Three Coloring Pages from Joe Lee!
Check it out! These are our final three coloring pages from artist Joe Lee. Download them and start coloring, and then share them with us on social media! Thank you to the City of Bloomington Arts Commission for supporting this project.
New Coloring Pages Available!
In honor of the conclusion of another school year, we'd like to share these great coloring pages from Joe Lee! Crossing guards and teachers are an important part of school, and we hope they all have a relaxing summer! Download these images and enjoy some coloring time! Thank you to the City of Bloomington Arts Commission for funding this project.
Intercultural Competency and Child Welfare
Racial Disproportionality in the US Child Welfare System Disproportionality, as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) et al., is the over or underrepresentation of a racial or ethnic group compared with its percentage in the complete population (2021, p. 2). Research demonstrates the overrepresentation of specific racial and ethnic groups in the child welfare system. HHS et al. report that in 2019, African American children represented 14 percent of the child population and 23 percent of the foster care population (2021, P. 3). Additionally, in 2019, white children made up 50 percent of the child ...
February Coloring Page from CASA
Libraries are full of so much knowledge, and wonderful helpers who want to share all that knowledge with you! Three cheers for our librarians and library workers! Download our newest coloring page from Joe Lee! Then once you've finished, share a photo with us on social media and check out Joe's finished version below! Thank you, as always, to the City of Bloomington Arts Commission for funding this project!
January Coloring Page from CASA
Who doesn't love a good party!? It's always fun to have something to celebrate! Download our newest coloring page from Joe Lee! Then once you've finished, share a photo with us on social media and check out Joe's finished version below! Thank you, as always, to the City of Bloomington Arts Commission for funding this project!
Developing Capable Young People – Training for Professionals Starting February 7th!
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December Coloring Page from CASA
The weather is turning colder, and we're spending more time indoors. Looking for something to do? Download our newest coloring page from Joe Lee! Then once you've finished, share a photo with us on social media and check out Joe's finished version below! Thank you, as always, to the City of Bloomington Arts Commission for funding this project!
The Benefits of Volunteering
Why should you start volunteering? Volunteering is a great way to get involved in the community and offers many health benefits. It intertwines the psychological, emotional, and physical aspects of your well-being. Several studies have shown that those who engage in volunteering experience reduced stress, enhanced mental clarity, and decreased depression. Studies also show people who devote their time to volunteering experience lower blood pressure resulting in a longer lifespan. This can be a result of increased physical activity for those who are not highly active otherwise or simply a reduction in stress levels. The relationship between providing a service ...
Thank you to our Monroe County Judges! New Coloring Page from CASA
Recently we celebrated the career of retired Judge Stephen Galvin, and this coloring page is in honor of all Judges who have an impact on children's lives! Created by local artist Joe Lee, this drawing honors the work of all those in the judicial system! Please download and print the image and color it. Then share your creation with us! Can you find the hidden C-A-S-A in the image? And here's the finished version, completed by Joe Lee! This project is funded by the City of Bloomington Arts Commission. We appreciate their support, along with Joe Lee's creativity, in ...