Join KU's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute for this free, 2-part class. While the class is free, registration is required.

October 22: Douglas County CASA Executive Director Erick Vaughn will explain what happens when a child enters the court system, how budget cuts at both the state and federal levels are affecting kids and families, and how CASA volunteers support kids in the system. This class is free and open to the public; however, registration is required.

October 29: Melinda Lewis, professor of the practice in KU's School of Social Welfare, will discuss current public policy changes in Kansas and how research at KU impacts those policies. Professor Lewis heads the School of Social Welfare's Center on Community Engagement. This class is free and open to the public; however, registration is required.

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