69 | A Full-Circle Moment: Becoming a Voice for Children in Foster Care with Bersheika Player-Harris

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I share a deeply meaningful moment—watching a longtime friend of mine, Robin Kent, officially be sworn in as a CASA worker. As a former foster child who once had my own CASA advocate, a kind woman from England named Mrs. Shirley Williams, this experience felt incredibly full-circle.During the ceremony, I also met my friend’s supervisor, Bersheika Player-Harris. She is the CASA Outreach and Training Coordinator in Shreveport and works for the Volunteers for Youth Justice. Seeing her pregnant reminded me of the importance of sharing the Count the Kicks app—something close to the hearts of many who’ve experienced pregnancy or infant loss. Our conversation also brought me back to the powerful impact CASA workers have on the lives of children in foster care.Today, Bersheika joins us to talk about what it truly means to be a CASA worker. A Court Appointed Special Advocate speaks with the child, their family, foster parents, teachers, and others to understand the child’s needs. They provide the court with vital, objective information that helps judges make decisions about a child’s future.Listen in today—and consider becoming an advocate for a child in foster care in your own community.LETS STAY CONNECTED:Link TreeInstagramFacebookTwitterWebsiteGive if you feel led. All donations will go to the Julianna Grace Ministry. Click on general then the Julianna Grace Ministry.