The 2025 Louisiana CASA Conference is a pivotal event for child advocacy professionals, focusing on equipping attendees with the tools and knowledge needed to better serve children in foster care. Held in Baton Rouge, the conference features keynote luncheons, interactive breakout sessions, and a judges panel. Attendees will engage in transformative discussions and skill-building sessions, culminating in the Annual Awards of Excellence Banquet. The agenda includes a poverty simulation, strategic volunteer engagement, and sessions on suicide prevention and immigration issues.
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2025 Louisiana CASA Conference
The 2025 Louisiana CASA Conference is a two-day event in Baton Rouge, LA, focusing on child advocacy. It brings together CASA staff, volunteers, judges, and child welfare professionals for discussions and skill-building sessions.
May 5–6, 2025 Baton Rouge, Louisiana In-person Event
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates
May 5–6, 2025
Location
Lod Cook Conference Center
City/State
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Address
3848 W Lakeshore Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Event Format
In-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Louisiana CASA
Louisiana CASA is dedicated to supporting children in foster care by training and empowering volunteers to advocate for their best interests in court.
Phone: 225.930.0305
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $ | CASA Conference Ticket | Admission for CASA staff and volunteers, includes keynotes, breakout sessions, banquet, t-shirt, bag, and lodging. |
| $ | Stakeholder Conference Ticket | Admission for stakeholders, includes keynotes, breakout sessions, t-shirt, and bag. |
| $ | Awards of Excellence Ticket | Admission to the Awards of Excellence Banquet, includes dinner and cash bar. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference spans two days with keynotes, breakout sessions, and a poverty simulation. Day 1 includes a judges' panel and sessions on volunteer engagement and suicide prevention. Day 2 features a poverty simulation and sessions on developmental disabilities and advocacy.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
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Dr. Rodney Anthony
Health Equity Advocate
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Stephanie Breeden
Louisiana CASA
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Andrew Bridge
Children's Policy Advisor, Author
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Dawn Cazedessus
Coaching and Consultant
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Dr. Shantrell Charles
Child Welfare Professional
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Storm Ehlers
Louisiana Supreme Court
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Judge Timothy Ellender
32nd Judicial District Court
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Natasha Fossett
DCFS Attorney
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Meghan Goldbeck
Foundation for Suicide Prevention
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Judge Shaunn Caillier-Harden
Opelousas City Court
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Dr. Chan Hellman
Hope Research Center
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Kristin Jones
Attorney, Catholic Charities
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Wendy Lipsey
Advocate, Public Speaker
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Travis Noote
BoomerAng Comedy Theater
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Lori Pilley
Volunteer Louisiana
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Marie Smith
Aetna Better Health of LA
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Lori Steele
Community Educator, Media Specialist
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Judge Jennifer Womble
Jefferson Parish Juvenile Court
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay (unless you live relatively close).
The conference will be held at the Lod Cook Hotel & Conference Center in Baton Rouge. A block of rooms is reserved for CASA staff and volunteers, included in the registration. Double occupancy is required, and reservations must be made by April 4, 2025.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
The conference relies on sponsors to provide training and networking opportunities. Interested parties can learn more or become a sponsor through the provided links. Learn More Become a Sponsor
Other Links and Information
The above information is from the conference or event webpage. Please review the organization's website for official information, as that will be more up-to-date.
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