🙋 Volunteer With Us

Join the Watch Takes Courage observer network. No legal background required — just the courage to show up, pay attention, and take notes.

How It Works

1

Sign Up

Complete the form with your availability, location, and skills. All experience levels welcome.

2

Orientation

Attend a virtual or in-person orientation covering courtroom protocol, observation techniques, and documentation standards.

3

Get Assigned

We match you with hearings in your county based on your availability and the needs of families seeking support.

4

Observe & Report

Attend hearings, take detailed notes, and submit your observations through our case log. Your presence makes a difference.

Volunteer Roles

Court Observer Attend and document hearings
Case Researcher Gather background and public records
Family Support Help families navigate the system
Community Outreach Spread awareness and recruit
Admin / Data Entry Log cases and maintain records
Social Media Share stories and grow the network

Volunteer Application

Bee

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