The first step to volunteering with CASA is to attend an Informational Session, which provides an opportunity to meet with a staff member, learn more about what it means to become a CASA, and ask questions about volunteering. Info Sessions usually take 45 minutes to an hour. You can schedule an Info Session below in Hancock, Harrison, & Stone Counties.
For more information about how to get started, e-mail kelly@casasouthms.org
Upcoming CASA Trainings
The CASA Volunteer Pre-Service training curriculum is facilitated two to three times per year. The curriculum consists of (30) thirty hours of training, court observation and background screening. Click below to see upcoming training schedules.January 2027 Training Schedule
CASA Volunteer Training is Sponsored by
CASA After Hours on November 5th, 2026
Join us for CASA After Hours! Come hang out with CASA of South Mississippi for a casual, come-and-go evening at Walk-On’s in D’Iberville. Whether you have wondered what it means to be a CASA, have thought about volunteering, or simply want to learn more about the work we do for local children, this is the perfect chance to stop by, meet some of our advocates, ask questions, and get to know CASA. No pressure and no presentations!
Announcing 2027 Krewe of CASA Gala: Derby Day in the Bay
Save the Date! We are hosting our 15th Annual Krewe of CASA Gala on Saturday, January 9, 2027 at 7-11pm at the Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast, presented by Scarlet Pearl Cares! We’re excited to feature Isis as our entertainment for the evening! The celebration includes dinner, a cash bar, auction, & Duck Derby.
Our Mission
Recruit, train, and support a diverse network of Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteers to provide abused and neglected children in our community with quality advocacy in the South Mississippi court system and to secure them a safe, permanent, and nurturing home.
All are Welcome
CASA of South Mississippi pledges to recruit board members, staff and volunteers that are diverse and reflect the population and needs of the children we serve. Opportunities and services are open to all and not restricted based on race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age, gender, gender identity and gender expression, marital status, veteran status, physical abilities or national origin.