New Hampshire child advocate exiting role July 24

Cassandra Sanchez, who has been New Hampshire’s child advocate since 2022, will leave her position on July 24 after not being reappointed by Governor Kelly Ayotte. Sanchez was placed on holdover status in January, signaling the end of her tenure. The Office of the Child Advocate was established in 2018 to ensure the protection and advocacy of children's rights, highlighting the importance of this role in safeguarding vulnerable populations. Sanchez’s departure marks a significant transition for the office, raising questions about what comes next for child advocacy in the state.