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Volunteer Advocate Spotlight: Brandee Cipriano

CASA TEAM

Congratulations to the newest Columbia Gorge CASA Volunteer Advocate, Brandee Cipriano! Brandee was sworn in on December 10th, 2024, by Judge Karen Ostrye. Brandee has lived in the Gorge for 25 years, and when raising her own children, she had the opportunity to welcome a few kids (who were friends of her children) into her home when their own families were unable to care for them for a time. It is one of the experiences in her life that she looks back on with great honor. This experience, along with some difficult challenges in her own childhood, led her to realize that becoming a CASA advocate was something she felt was right for her and another meaningful way to give back. In her words, "giving back fulfills me deeply."


The most surprising thing Brandee learned during her advocate training was how much what a CASA advocate states in her report to the judge truly matters—that the judges really listen to and weigh what the advocate says. Brandee is a bit nervous but very excited to take on her first case. She feels that the most important thing for someone to do when becoming a CASA is to really know yourself and what you are capable of.


"Brandee Cipriano brought energy, enthusiasm, and insight to our autumn 2024 training class," said Program Coordinator Leah Campbell. "Throughout the 6-week course, Brandee was curious, open-minded, and empathetic as we discussed the child welfare system and related topics, including, but not limited to, addiction, DEIAB issues, child development, and trauma. As her facilitator, I was impressed with Brandee's intuitive responses and delighted to have her in class, knowing that she would be a wonderful addition to our advocacy team and a boon to our community."


She would also like to mention that Leah and Jenn, her supervisor, are incredible people, and that she will be a better person for having become an advocate.


Welcome, Brandee! We're glad you have joined us!





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