The judicial branch is sounding the alarm on outdated courtroom tech, cybersecurity risks, and a troubling decline in guardian ad litem participation—urgent funding is needed to safeguard justice in Virginia.
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#VA #GuardianAdLitem #CitizenPortal #CourtroomTechnology
In Episode 73, Bill & Jumelle analyze the testimony from a pair of mothers who had issues with the SC Guardian ad Litem program.
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#SouthCarolina #SCPol #GuardianAdLitem #BiasAgainstConservative #Victimhood
We’re exploring how the PACE model helps foster carers (and parents) move from conflict to connection with a child in their care. It’s not about dropping boundaries, it’s about holding them with empathy even when the answer is "no." ❤️
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#GAL #GuardianAdLItem
Family visits aren’t just about showing up. They’re about feeling safe and seen.
In our latest video, TIGALA #GuardianAdLitem Nikki McCarthy shares how trauma-informed, attachment-aware practice can make access visits less distressing and more healing.
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TIGALA #GuardianAdLitem Nikki McCarthy shares how #TraumaInformed, attachment-aware approaches can transform emotionally charged contact into a space for repair.
“You have parents coming with broken hearts… and children coming upset and angry.”
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Strong advocacy begins with strong relationships.
TIGALA Guardian ad Litem Nikki McCarthy on why attachment isn’t just theory – it’s essential to how we show up for children in care:
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#TIGALA #GuardianAdLitem #Attachment
"If a child has a good relationship that they feel safe and comfortable in, the difference it makes is phenomenal."
TIGALA GAL Nikki McCarthy sheds some light on how attachment thinking shapes her advocacy. Watch the video here:
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#TIGALA #GuardianAdLitem #Attachment
In Episode 73, Bill & Jumelle talk about South Carolina's Guardian ad Litem program meant to protect children in family legal issues.
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#SouthCarolina #SCPol #GuardianAdLitem #divorce #childcustody
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Showing up matters.
Staying matters even more.
In this post, TIGALA Guardian ad Litem Nikki McCarthy shares what it means to hold the thread through a young person’s entire care journey.
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#TIGALA #GuardianAdLitem #GAL #ChildAdvoacy #Consistency
“She comes to me to try to understand what’s happened in her life…”
TIGALA #GAL Nikki McCarthy reflects on the power of consistent relationships with young people in care – and how they lead to better outcomes + stronger advocacy.
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#TIGALA #GuardianAdLitem
#SouthCarolina #SCPol #SCPolitics #nonprofits #Arkansas #genealogy #FamilyRoots #GreenwoodSC #ChristmasParade #ConventionOfStates #Felonies #GuardianAdLitem #Medicaid #Medicare #healthinsurance #WorkRequirements
🎓 From Social Science to EMDR, Davina Reidy’s practice as a #GuardianAdLitem is rooted in meeting children where they are.
In this latest video, she shares how child-friendly communication and trauma-informed training shapes her work as a #GAL at #TIGALA.
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What makes an exceptional #GuardianAdLitem?
At TIGALA, it’s about shared values and consistent standards:
🤝 Collaboration
🗣️ Communication
✍️ Written advocacy
❤️ Compassion
🧠 Child protection expertise
👧🏻 Experience with children and families
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“Do I have to go to court?” is one of the first questions children ask.
The answer: no, not unless they want to. GALs go on their behalf, speaking for the child in the courtroom so that the child can focus on what children do best.
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Being a Guardian ad Litem with TIGALA means having a strong support network. Francis O'Callaghan highlights how peer support, training, and camaraderie make a difference, especially on tough days. Watch the video to learn more: www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a... #GuardianAdLitem #GAL #PeerSupport
"Will and preference aren’t just part of the process. They are at the very heart of it.”
TIGALA Guardian ad Litem Davina Reidy shares why listening to a child’s voice must guide every Guardian’s advocacy:
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#TIGALA #GuardianAdLitem #GAL
Every custody case should center on the child’s best interests and needs. On #ChildrensDay, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting their futures.
#CustodyMatters #ChildCenteredLaw #harrisfirm #GAL#custody #childsupport #ittakesavillage #AdvocateKidsFirst #GuardianAdLitem
Nikki McCarthy’s path to becoming a Guardian ad Litem was shaped by every role along the way.
In our latest video, she reflects on which roles prepared her the most to become a GAL – and why it matters.
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#TIGALA #GuardianAdLitem #LivedExperience #ChildWelfare
How do we support Guardians ad Litem to provide the highest standard of advocacy?
By developing clear, consistent Policies & Standards – led by TIGALA Guardian Francis O’Callaghan.
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#TIGALA #GuardianAdLitem #ChildProtection #Advocacy
In our latest video, Francis O’Callaghan shares why becoming a #GuardianAdLitem was life-changing. Now, taking on the role of developing #Policies and #Standards at #TIGALA, he's influencing how Guardians operate in #Ireland. Watch the video here: www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a... #GAL #ChildAdvocacy
What motivates someone to become a Guardian ad Litem? Nikki McCarthy's journey from working in residential care to advocating for children illustrates the life-changing impact GALs aim to have when they join #TIGALA.
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Nikki McCarthy, a Guardian ad Litem with #TIGALA, unveils her journey into advocacy – beginning in residential care and leading to her passion for representing youth in court. Discover the impact a #GAL can have.
📘 Explore Nikki's inspiring story in our latest video: [link]
#GuardianAdLitem
A new South Carolina bill could change the game for custody cases by requiring guardians ad litem to be licensed attorneys, but are lay guardians still in the mix?
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#SC #LegalAccessibility #SouthCarolinaFamilyLaw #CitizenPortal #GuardianAdLitem #CustodyReform
A proposed bill in South Carolina could change who serves as guardian ad litems in custody cases, raising questions about access to legal support for those in need.
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#SC #CitizenPortal #SouthCarolinaFamilyLaw #GuardianAdLitem #LegalAccess #CustodyReform
Who sees a #GuardianAdLitem report?
Just a select few: the judge, social workers & their legal reps, the parents' solicitors, and the child’s #GAL. These reports stay confidential to protect the child’s privacy.
More on this vital safeguard 👇
🔗 www.tigala.ie/blog/guardia...
#Confidentiality #TIGALA
Many children wonder if they need to go to court themselves. In this video, we explain how a GAL represents a child’s voice in court, freeing the child up to focus on school, friends, and their daily life. Watch now: 🔗 www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a...
#GuardianAdLitem #ChildAdvocacy #TIGALA
Parents are often the people that know their children best. That’s why TIGALA Guardians ad Litem prioritise communicating with parents to understand a child’s needs and background. Learn more about our collaborative process: www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a...
#ChildAdvocacy #GuardianAdLitem #TIGALA #GAL
A courtroom dealing with children’s cases keeps attendance minimal – it includes the #judge, clerk, #parents, social workers, #GuardianAdLitem, and each party’s #solicitor. This ensures focus on the child’s wellbeing. Learn more: www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a... #GAL #TIGALA #privacy
How important are parents in a child’s life? “Nine times out of ten, the parents are the most important person for the young person,” shares Karen Rogers. Discover how understanding parents’ perspectives enhances advocacy: www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a...
#GAL #GuardianAdLitem #Empathy #Parents
“A lot of frustrations with working together with different people come from a lack of understanding.”
Karen Rogers explains how stepping into others’ shoes helps foster collaboration and focus on children’s welfare.
Find out more in our full post here: www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a... #GuardianAdLitem
