WY WYOMING

From Wyoming, For Wyoming

WY Wyoming is a statewide initiative designed to empower Wyoming’s next generation of leaders by creating opportunities that inspire them to stay, grow, and lead—reversing the exodus of young professionals from our state.

Key Pillars

1. Career Development and Placement

Through strong partnerships with Wyoming businesses, educational institutions, and industry leaders, we’ll establish clear, supported pathways into meaningful careers. Whether it’s internships, mentorships, or entrepreneurship incubators, our goal is to connect young professionals directly with real opportunities in their home state.

Develop industry-aligned internship and apprenticeship pipelines.
Develop mentorship programs pairing emerging talent with seasoned leaders.
Support young entrepreneurs through incubator programs and funding access.
Collaborate with employers to identify workforce gaps and build targeted solutions.

2. Community Building

To keep young professionals here, we need to create a sense of belonging. That means building connections through networking, leadership opportunities, volunteerism, and a healthy dose of fun. We'll highlight Wyoming’s hidden gems—like its affordability, safety, and access to nature—to show this state isn’t just livable, it’s lovable.

Host recurring social, civic, and leadership events for young adults.
Promote and partner on community service and volunteer initiatives.
Curate and spotlight affordable housing options and lifestyle perks across key regions.
Cultivate a strong identity through storytelling and local ambassadors.

3. Policy Advocacy

We’ll use our platform to champion the policies that matter most to the next generation, from affordable housing and accessible childcare to education, healthcare, and broadband. We’re not just asking young people to stay, we’re building a state that’s worth staying for.

Advocate for workforce housing and first-time homebuyer support.
Support policies that expand access to quality childcare and early education.
Promote investments in education, career training, and upskilling.
Push for lifestyle infrastructure: public transit, mental health care, outdoor access.

4. Recruiting and Reverse Recruiting

Let’s stop exporting our greatest asset: our people. Wyoming’s young professionals are smart, skilled, and deeply rooted in the values that make our state strong, but too many leave for opportunities elsewhere. Our recruiting and reverse recruiting strategy aims to change that narrative by actively connecting Wyoming-born or Wyoming-educated talent—whether they stayed or left—with promising careers back home.

Develop a digital talent database and job matching platform that helps Wyoming residents and alumni connect with employers
Partner with HR leaders and economic development agencies to promote in-demand roles to Wyoming's young professionals
Feature real stories from professionals who’ve found success and belonging in Wyoming.
Collaborate to host annual job fairs to connect employers with talent ready individuals ready to invest or reinvest in the state.