Under the Aegis: The Core Pillars of TIGALA

Delve into the heart of TIGALA's mission as Director Claire Quinn outlines the agency's dedication to child advocacy, exploring the core pillars upon which TIGALA is based.

At the heart of TIGALA, there lies a steadfast commitment to not just uphold, but to elevate the standards of child advocacy. Our Director, Claire Quinn, speaks to this commitment with both clarity and depth, understanding that the cornerstone of exceptional child advocacy is rooted in the ability to build trust with the child and stakeholders through exemplary communication.

The ethos at TIGALA is built on more than mere qualification; it's the embodiment of practice principles that empower guardians to act with both compassion and competency. Our guardians, a panel of 35 strong, are not only qualified but are distinguished by their unwavering dedication to upholding child protection and welfare knowledge, fortified by Garda clearance and a pledge to TIGALA's guiding principles.

We really believe in TIGALA that collaboration, excellent communication skills and excellent written skills are the essential components to being a guardian ad litem...

In Claire's words, "We really believe in TIGALA that collaboration, excellent communication skills and excellent written skills are the essential components to being a guardian ad litem in addition to an excellent standard of child protection and welfare knowledge and extensive experience of working with children and families." It is this belief that shapes our rigorous recruitment process, seeking those who can navigate the intricate web of stakeholders in a child's life with empathy, diplomacy, and determination.

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Through the collaborative spirit we promote and facilitate, TIGALA's guardians work closely with children, ensuring that their voices are not just heard, but reproduced with clarity in the halls where decisions are made. It's about safeguarding their wishes, their rights, and ultimately, their futures.