Press Releases

As the leading civil rights organization in our state, the ACLU of Wyoming believes in keeping the public informed about the state of their civil liberties. The work we do at the legislature, in the courts, and in our communities is important, but there is no better defender of civil rights than a public that is informed and engaged. For media inquiries, email [email protected]

Nov 14, 2024

Know Your Rights: ACLU to Host Workshop on Interacting with Law Enforcement for Immigrant Community in Jackson

Regardless of immigration status, everyone has basic rights that are protected by the U.S. Constitution and civil rights laws – especially when it comes to interacting with law enforcement and ICE officials.
Issue Areas: Immigrants' Rights, Immigrants' Rights
Oct 15, 2024

ACLU Appoints Libby Skarin as Executive Director of Wyoming and Dakotas Chapter

As executive director, Skarin will oversee chapter operations and lead efforts to ensure the work of the ACLU is well-supported, coordinated and aligned with its strategic plan to further advance civil liberties in Wyoming.
Oct 11, 2024

Em Powers Joins ACLU of Wyoming as Communications Intern

As an intern, Powers will develop substantive skills and professional experience through on-the-job learning and will work alongside ACLU communications staff to help execute the ACLU’s storytelling and social media objectives
Jun 6, 2024

Zoe Hoffmann Joins the ACLU of Wyoming as Development Director

As development director, Hoffmann is responsible for helping donors accomplish their philanthropic goals and overseeing a growing giving program that will enhance the capacity of the ACLU’s efforts to defend freedom for the next generation in Wyoming.
May 15, 2024

Wyoming Joins Lawsuit Over New Title IX Regulations; ACLU Comments

Across the country and right here in Wyoming, political attacks against transgender people have grown exponentially over the last several years. This lawsuit is little more than political grandstanding and just the latest attempt to erase transgender people from society.
Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit Rights
Mar 27, 2024

Sarah Goth Joins the ACLU as Office Manager

As office manager, Goth is responsible for ensuring the chapter’s physical offices are running smoothly and efficiently while also managing the needs of remote staff across Wyoming, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
Mar 22, 2024

Wyoming Bans Gender-Affirming Medical Care for Transgender Youth

By signing this bill into law, Gov. Gordon has put the government in charge of making vital decisions traditionally reserved for parents in Wyoming. This ban won’t stop Wyomingites from being trans, but it will deny them critical support to become thriving adults.
Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit Rights
Mar 22, 2024

ACLU of Wyoming Comments on Gov. Gordon’s Veto of Medically Unnecessary Bill Targeting Abortion Providers

The ACLU is thrilled that Gov. Gordon has vetoed House Bill 148 and that people will still be able to make their own health care decisions regarding abortion without government interference. But make no mistake – the right to an abortion is still under attack in Wyoming.
Issue Areas: Reproductive Freedom
Mar 6, 2024

Gov. Gordon to Allow Bill to Require Schools to ‘Out’ Students to Become Law Without Signature; ACLU Comments

Allowing Senate File 9 to pass into law without a signature is shameful and only reinforces the incorrect notion that transgender students are not entitled to the same dignity, respect and rights as all students.
Issue Areas: LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit Rights