January 12, 2027 - January 27, 2027

Advocacy University

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Commitment to children, objectivity, tenacity, plus great communication skills are several of the key characteristics of great advocate volunteers. We'll teach you the rest in Advocacy University - Child Advocates' comprehensive volunteer training program that empowers individuals to become effective advocates. Advocacy University is offered several times each year and provides an instruction-based, interactive forum for individuals interested in becoming advocate volunteers.

 
*You must first complete an orientation AND an Advocate Application before attending Advocacy University. There is no registration for Advocacy University - you will be given information to attend once you have completed the necessary steps.

 

January 2027 Schedule

11/30/2026, 1/7/2027 or 1/11/2027

Volunteer Interviews*

*Volunteers sign up for a one-hour interview on one of these dates.

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Child Advocates Office

(3701 Kirby Dr, Suite 400, Houston, TX 77098)

  Online Training   Online
1/12
Introduction to Abuse and Neglect 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Child Advocates Office

 
Online Training   Online
1/13 Sexual Abuse & Cultural Diversity 5:30 PM - 9 PM Children's Assessment Center (2500 Bolsover St, Houston, TX 77005)
1/19
Substance Abuse 5:30 PM - 9 PM Virtual Via Zoom
 
Online Training   Online
1/20 Lab Exercise 5:30 PM - 9 PM Child Advocates Office
1/27
Swear In 6 PM - 9 PM

Child Advocates Office

 

Please note that Advocacy University costs $25 to attend to cover the cost of food provided and training materials. 

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