Melissa Herzner Named 2024 Indiana GAL/CASA Program Director of the Year

Herzner is the executive director of SEI Voices for Children.

(Southeast Indiana) – SEI Voices for Children Executive Director Melissa Herzner has been chosen as the Indiana GAL/CASA Program Director of the Year.

Herzner was chosen from nominations sent in from across the entire state and she will be recognized at the State Conference in September.

Herzner took over as Executive Director in February 2022.

Before being promoted, Herzner was a longtime volunteer for Voices for Children.

SEI Voices for Children is located in Batesville. The organization serves children of Ripley County.

To learn how to become a Court Appointed Special Advocate, visit About Us – Voices for Children.

These volunteers are recruited and trained to advocate for children’s best interests inside and outside the courtroom.

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