Course Description

 Independent Living Advocacy and IL Reports (Mandatory Staff and Attorney Training)

The training is meant to provide basic information and tips on how to gather information and assess whether youth are adequately prepared to successfully transition to adulthood and maintain success while in Extended Foster Care. The new Independent Living Reports are covered as well.


Guest Speakers:  

  • Camille Frazer, Esq., Regional Legal Counsel, Guardian ad Litem Program
  • Kathleen Clendining, Esq., Managing Attorney, Circuit 15
  • Ginger Rockey-Johnson, Child Advocate Manager, Teen Team, Circuit 13
  • Michelle Blume, Esq., Assistant Circuit Director, Circuit 13
  • Kelley Flournoy, Esq., Senior Program Attorney, Circuit 13
  • Brittany Rutan, Esq.,  Managing Attorney, Circuit 9
  • Brigette Mauger, Child Advocate Manager, Circuit 6
  • April Forrest, Volunteer Guardian ad Litem, Circuit 9
  • Karena Camacho, Youth /Adult, Circuit 9


Original Webinar Date: January 29, 2021



CLEs Available

1.5 hours  In-Service Hours Available

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Training Specialists

Statewide Guardian ad Litem Training Team

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Course curriculum

  • 1

    Independent Living Advocacy and IL Reports (Mandatory for all staff)

    • Independent Living Advocacy and IL Reports (Mandatory Staff and Attorney Training)

    • Thoughts & Feedback

Mandatory Staff and Attorney Training

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    FreeMandatory Staff and/or Attorney Training

    Independent Living Advocacy and IL Reports (Mandatory Staff and Attor ney Training)
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