The integration and mediation and advocacy within a human service agency on a national or international level includes a person that who is a strong, knowledgeable, and open-minded individual. This person will be standing up for personal beliefs in a organization while advocating for the organization. The role of mediation is different for the individual and requires the person to be unbiased, honest, and open-minded for the parties involved. Planned Parenthood, National Casa Association, and A Voice for Children and Families is working toward integrating advocacy and mediation through services provided, legal challenges, and providing knowledgeable information for clients. This paper will provide information on the integration of advocacy and mediation in the organizations listed above so readers can have a knowledgeable understanding of the …show more content…
This organization recruits, trains, and support volunteers to assisted in the organization's mission. Through court proceedings, a volunteer is appointed by the judge to assist, advocate, and watch over the child until the case is closed. The integration of advocacy and mediation in National Casa Association is important for a positive outcome for the children. The Advocacy Volunteer appointed through court plays the role as a mediator while searching for a family that can provide in the best interest of the child and family. The process is important for a positive outcome. The interests of both parties is taken into consideration while placing a child. Without the mediation process, a child might back into the court system because the mediation process was not properly done and the interests of both parties was not taken into consideration. Integration of advocacy and mediation is essential in the success of The National Casa