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We’re exploring how the PACE model helps foster carers (and parents) move from conflict to connection with a child in their care. It’s not about dropping boundaries, it’s about holding them with empathy even when the answer is "no." ❤️

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December 8, 2025 at 8:07 AM
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What motivates someone to become a Guardian ad Litem? Nikki McCarthy's journey from working in residential care to advocating for children illustrates the life-changing impact GALs aim to have when they join #TIGALA.

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April 22, 2025 at 6:37 AM
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Child advocacy isn’t just about #legal expertise – it’s about #empathy. Karen Rogers shares how walking a mile in someone else's shoes has transformed how she engages with children, parents, and social workers in her role as a #GuardianAdLitem with TIGALA.
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December 2, 2024 at 7:33 PM
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Being a Guardian ad Litem with TIGALA means having a strong support network. Francis O'Callaghan highlights how peer support, training, and camaraderie make a difference, especially on tough days. Watch the video to learn more: www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a... #GuardianAdLitem #GAL #PeerSupport
Under the Aegis: Connection, Independence and the Benefits of Working with TIGALA | TIGALA
TIGALA Guardian ad Litem Francis O’Callaghan reflects on the surprising joys of the role, the importance of independence, and how connection and support within TIGALA help Guardians navigate the…
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July 22, 2025 at 11:28 AM
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In our latest video, Francis O’Callaghan shares why becoming a #GuardianAdLitem was life-changing. Now, taking on the role of developing #Policies and #Standards at #TIGALA, he's influencing how Guardians operate in #Ireland. Watch the video here: www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a... #GAL #ChildAdvocacy
April 30, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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"Will and preference aren’t just part of the process. They are at the very heart of it.”

TIGALA Guardian ad Litem Davina Reidy shares why listening to a child’s voice must guide every Guardian’s advocacy:

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July 9, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Family visits aren’t just about showing up. They’re about feeling safe and seen.

In our latest video, TIGALA #GuardianAdLitem Nikki McCarthy shares how trauma-informed, attachment-aware practice can make access visits less distressing and more healing.

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November 23, 2025 at 10:15 AM
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A courtroom dealing with children’s cases keeps attendance minimal – it includes the #judge, clerk, #parents, social workers, #GuardianAdLitem, and each party’s #solicitor. This ensures focus on the child’s wellbeing. Learn more: www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a... #GAL #TIGALA #privacy
December 13, 2024 at 1:48 PM
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How important are parents in a child’s life? “Nine times out of ten, the parents are the most important person for the young person,” shares Karen Rogers. Discover how understanding parents’ perspectives enhances advocacy: www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a...

#GAL #GuardianAdLitem #Empathy #Parents
December 8, 2024 at 12:16 PM
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"If a child has a good relationship that they feel safe and comfortable in, the difference it makes is phenomenal."

TIGALA GAL Nikki McCarthy sheds some light on how attachment thinking shapes her advocacy. Watch the video here:
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November 7, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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A new South Carolina bill could change the game for custody cases by requiring guardians ad litem to be licensed attorneys, but are lay guardians still in the mix?

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#SC #LegalAccessibility #SouthCarolinaFamilyLaw #CitizenPortal #GuardianAdLitem #CustodyReform
South Carolina bill mandates licensed attorneys as guardians ad litem in custody cases
Law change limits guardian appointments to attorneys unless both parties agree otherwise.
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April 11, 2025 at 7:51 PM
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Nikki McCarthy, a Guardian ad Litem with #TIGALA, unveils her journey into advocacy – beginning in residential care and leading to her passion for representing youth in court. Discover the impact a #GAL can have.

📘 Explore Nikki's inspiring story in our latest video: [link]

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April 17, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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What makes an exceptional #GuardianAdLitem?

At TIGALA, it’s about shared values and consistent standards:

🤝 Collaboration
🗣️ Communication
✍️ Written advocacy
❤️ Compassion
🧠 Child protection expertise
👧🏻 Experience with children and families

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#GAL
September 5, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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In Episode 73, Bill & Jumelle talk about South Carolina's Guardian ad Litem program meant to protect children in family legal issues.

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#SouthCarolina #SCPol #GuardianAdLitem #divorce #childcustody

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October 16, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Who sees a #GuardianAdLitem report?
Just a select few: the judge, social workers & their legal reps, the parents' solicitors, and the child’s #GAL. These reports stay confidential to protect the child’s privacy.
More on this vital safeguard 👇
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#Confidentiality #TIGALA
April 4, 2025 at 8:11 AM
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Every custody case should center on the child’s best interests and needs. On #ChildrensDay, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting their futures.
#CustodyMatters #ChildCenteredLaw #harrisfirm #GAL#custody #childsupport #ittakesavillage #AdvocateKidsFirst #GuardianAdLitem
June 9, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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“Do I have to go to court?” is one of the first questions children ask.

The answer: no, not unless they want to. GALs go on their behalf, speaking for the child in the courtroom so that the child can focus on what children do best.

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August 16, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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Many children wonder if they need to go to court themselves. In this video, we explain how a GAL represents a child’s voice in court, freeing the child up to focus on school, friends, and their daily life. Watch now: 🔗 www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a...

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March 5, 2025 at 8:49 AM
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Parents are often the people that know their children best. That’s why TIGALA Guardians ad Litem prioritise communicating with parents to understand a child’s needs and background. Learn more about our collaborative process: www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a...

#ChildAdvocacy #GuardianAdLitem #TIGALA #GAL
December 18, 2024 at 1:43 PM
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Showing up matters.
Staying matters even more.

In this post, TIGALA Guardian ad Litem Nikki McCarthy shares what it means to hold the thread through a young person’s entire care journey.

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October 14, 2025 at 12:04 PM
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Building #trust is the foundation of effective child advocacy. TIGALA #GuardianAdLitem Ezara Regan shares how genuine #connection – from simple check-ins to understanding their unique experiences – empowers teenagers to share their voices in court.
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Under the Aegis: Building Trust with Teenagers as a GAL | TIGALA
Discover TIGALA Guardian ad Litem Ezara Regan’s approach to building trust with teenagers and effectively conveying their wishes in court, even when their wishes differ from what may be in their best ...
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November 21, 2024 at 1:54 PM
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Sometimes, teenagers express wishes that differ from what a #GuardianAdLitem believes is in their best interests. TIGALA #GAL Ezara Regan explains how she balances representing their voice with advocating for their wellbeing in court. Watch the video to find out more: www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a...
November 26, 2024 at 9:31 PM
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Strong advocacy begins with strong relationships.

TIGALA Guardian ad Litem Nikki McCarthy on why attachment isn’t just theory – it’s essential to how we show up for children in care:
🔗 www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a...

#TIGALA #GuardianAdLitem #Attachment
November 9, 2025 at 10:15 AM
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TIGALA #GuardianAdLitem Nikki McCarthy shares how #TraumaInformed, attachment-aware approaches can transform emotionally charged contact into a space for repair.

“You have parents coming with broken hearts… and children coming upset and angry.”

👉 Watch it here: www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a...

#GAL
November 20, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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🎓 From Social Science to EMDR, Davina Reidy’s practice as a #GuardianAdLitem is rooted in meeting children where they are.

In this latest video, she shares how child-friendly communication and trauma-informed training shapes her work as a #GAL at #TIGALA.

👉 www.tigala.ie/blog/under-a...
September 22, 2025 at 3:27 PM