District Attorney’s press release
Henderson County Assistant District Attorney Justin Weiner, chairman of the Henderson County Child Welfare Board, has been named the top child advocate volunteer for the State of Texas for 2013-2014.
“This is a tremendous honor that I will cherish forever. At the end of the day, we as a community have to do everything we can to try to help those children that, through no fault of their own, have become victims. We have no greater duty as a society and there is no greater honor than helping children who cannot help themselves. I am blessed to be a part of a community of people, here in Henderson County, which truly cares about protecting and helping children.”
Weiner received the award at a 23-county regional level back in June of this year. Weiner went on to receive the statewide award last Friday at the Texas Counsel of Child Welfare Boards’ annual conference in Austin. While presenting the award, the counsel praised Weiner for his ability to assist the foster children of our state with love and sincere interest in their wellbeing. They were also proud of his efforts to bring awareness to his community about children who have become victims of domestic and sexual violence. Additionally at the conference, Outstand Foster Youth, Foster Parents, Outstanding Department of Family and Protective Services, and a “Top Hand” for the State of Texas were given out. Another individual out of Montague, Texas was also recognized for his volunteer efforts.
The Texas Council on Child Welfare Boards, a nonprofit network of child welfare advocates concerned with the protection of children, and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services named Weiner the statewide 2013-14 Lucille Rocus Volunteer of the Year. The award is named after 93-year-old Lucille Rocus for her lifelong commitment and advocacy for children in the state of Texas and is given in recognition of outstanding leadership and tireless efforts in addressing and raising awareness about issues of abused children.
“I’m glad the rest of the state knows now what we in Henderson County have always known, and that is that Justin is a caring and compassionate volunteer and champion for children’s and victim rights,” said District Attorney Scott McKee. “Justin is not only a great prosecutor and volunteer; he is a great father, citizen and public servant. I am truly blessed to have him on our team in the office.”
Weiner is one of eight attorneys in the District Attorney’s office. He is currently assigned to Judge Moore’s 173rd District Court. Aside from serving as the chairman of the Henderson County Child Welfare Board, he is also a municipal court prosecutor, teen court judge, Athens Chamber of Commerce Board Member, former Crime Stoppers board member, recipient of the East Texas Crisis Center’s Hope Award, recipient of the Henderson County Peace Officers’ Association honorary officer of the month, and former president of the Henderson County Bar Association.