Course Description


Training:  Champions Corner: The Importance of Mentors and Supportive Adults for Youth in Care

The CHAMPIONS Corner is a monthly webinar series that integrates insights from system professionals and youth with lived experience to inform best practices for child advocacy representation. Hear from Guardian ad Litem CHAMPIONS on challenges that arise when working with youth in care and how best to support these young adults as they transition to independence.

Join us for a panel discussion with CHAMPIONS, Rayla James, Angie Ramirez, John Watson, and Synthia Fairman as they discuss the importance of mentoring in a young adult’s life.

Guest Speakers:  

Rayla James - Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office, Young Adult Coordinator/CHAMPION

Angie Ramirez - Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office, CHAMPION

John Watson- Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office, CHAMPION

Synthia Fairman- Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office, Assistant CAM/CHAMPION


Original Webinar Date:  October 11, 2023




Training Team

Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office

This training was conducted by the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Champions Corner: The Importance of Mentors and Supportive Adults for Youth in Care

    • Champions Corner: The Importance of Mentors and Supportive Adults for Youth in Care

    • Quick Review