Maryland CASA Welcomes Atiya AbdurRahman to Board of Directors

Baltimore, MD. (Mar. 17, 2020) – Maryland CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) Association has appointed Atiya AbdurRahman to the Board of Directors.AbdurRahman, who lives in Randallstown, is currently the Director of Human Resources at Marriott International and is responsible for talent acquisition for the hospitality company. Prior to her work at Marriott, AbdurRahman earned a Master’s Degree in Negotiations & Conflict Management at the University of Baltimore.AbdurRahman hopes to share her expertise in strategic planning, evaluation, and accountability measures as a board member with Maryland CASA. She will serve on the Board Governance Committee.“Over the past 10 years, I have served as a business-leader and strategic partner as a Human Resource Director,”AbdurRahman said. “As a parent, I have a fundamental belief that every child regardless of circumstance deserves the right to be in a safe, loving, and caring home.” She added her that her commitment to children and to her community motivated her to get involved with Maryland CASA. “I am deeply concerned with the rights of children and the need for advocacy to ensure that no child gets lost in the system. My parents instilled in me a stronger desire to take care of my community.”“We are thrilled to have Atiya join our board,” said Ed Kilcullen, Maryland CASA’s state director. “She brings an extensive background in human resources and a strong commitment to children that will be of great benefit to the organization and, ultimately, the children we serve.”Those interested in joining AbdurRahman by serving on the board are urged to contact State Director Ed Kilcullen at ed@marylandcasa.org or 410-828-6761. 

About Maryland CASA Association

Maryland CASA Association is a private, non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to ensuring the rights of all victims of child abuse and neglect to grow up in safe, permanent homes. This mission is carried out in partnership with the state’s 15 Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) programs, which provide trained volunteer advocates to speak up for the best interests of children. For more information, please visit www.marylandcasa.org.

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