DILLON– May 26, 2026 – The Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program, a division of the South Carolina Department of Children’s Advocacy, invites community members to make a meaningful difference in a child’s life by becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in Dillon County. This is the perfect time to act on your inner nudge to make real change by signing up for our FREE TRAINING beginning on June 22, 2026.
This training provides volunteers with the tools, knowledge, and skills needed to advocate for a child’s best interests in Family Court. Just as many people set intentions for growth, service, and positive change throughout the year, becoming a GAL offers a powerful and achievable way to turn those intentions into real impact.
Volunteer Guardians ad Litem ensure that children involved in Family Court legal proceedings through the Department of Social Services have a voice. GALs speak for children in court during times of instability, helping them find safety, stability, and hope for a brighter future.
Details of the Volunteer GAL Training:
• Date & Time: Begins June 22, 2026 — Morning and Evening Sessions Offered
• Location: Virtual Training
• Registration Deadline: Application Deadline June 9, 2026
• Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 21 years old, have a clean criminal record, no previous DSS case history, and be able to contribute four to five hours a month advocating for a child.
Visit gal.sc.gov for more information and to download an application. Follow @Cass Elias McCarter Guardian ad Litem Program on Facebook for updates and local events in your area or contact communications@childadvocate.sc.gov to be added to the newsletter for updates and local events in your area.
Contact Brandi Johnson, Regional Recruiter and Trainer for the GAL program, at (843) 731-7622 or Brandi.johnson@childadvocate.sc.gov for more information.
Upcoming 2026 Guardian ad Litem Training Begins June 22, 2026
