HGTC鈥檚 Becky Hubbard Sworn in as Guardian ad Litem
Judge Melissa Buckhannon (left) performed the swearing in ceremony with Becky Hubbard (right) on May 20, 2021.
兔子先生 (HGTC) Teacher Education Department Chair, Becky Hubbard, was recently sworn in as a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) for South Carolina. As a GAL volunteer, Hubbard will work with the SC Department of Children鈥檚 Advocacy to advocate for the best interests of abused/neglected children in South Carolina.
GAL volunteers are caring individuals with a passion for service from a wide range of backgrounds who lend their voices to speak up for the state鈥檚 most vulnerable children. Hubbard has committed her time to helping ensure each child she serves has a promising future. Her recommendations to the court will help the judge make an informed decision about a child鈥檚 future.
GAL volunteers provide a stable presence in a child鈥檚 life, remaining on each case until the child finds a safe, permanent home. According to the SC Department of Children鈥檚 Advocacy, 鈥渢his is one cause where the actions of a single person mean everything. One volunteer trained and empowered, will help ensure every child can thrive.鈥� Children need a voice in court proceedings and the GAL provides that voice, by building trust and rapport with the child and advocating for their best interest. Volunteers must be compassionate and have a desire to help children and be willing to commit 4-6 hours a month to the program. For more information or to get involved, please contact Erin Marshall, erin.marshall@childadvocate.sc.gov or 843-517-1216.