Wyoming Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities

08/20/2026

The Wyoming Developmental Disabilities Conference is approaching quickly, and we are thrilled to feature an exceptional lineup of speakers. Please view the PDF located at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wf4CczpJeYyC6qcCButKcFpenYM2RRBV/view?usp=sharing for a full list of all presenters and their topics.

Visit our website at: https://wgcdd.wyo.gov/WDDC for more conference details including registration.

08/17/2026

As summer winds down, things are only speeding up here at the Council! Our team has been hard at work preparing for the upcoming Wyoming Developmental Disabilities Conference—flip to page 4 for registration details.

In this issue, you’ll find highlights from the WGCDD’s 50th Anniversary celebrations, recap pictures from the 2026 Gubernatorial Forum, and exciting updates from our partner agencies and organizations.

📄 Download the PDF version of the newsletter here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-SOUCcgMgAhZ9UAnuoBxKSXOjrGChU5E/view?usp=sharing.

We hope you enjoy reading, and we wish you a wonderful rest of your summer!

08/10/2026

The Wyoming Developmental Disabilities Conference registration is now open! You can find details on how to register as an attendee, vendor, or sponsor, along with general conference information, at: https://wgcdd.wyo.gov/WDDC . Please visit: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NH4upwr4PuzciitH3oEV74MaHj8Te31I/view?usp=sharing to download the flyer below.

We hope to see you there!

08/07/2026

Recognition starts with one nomination.

Someone in Wyoming is making a lasting difference every day—and they deserve to be celebrated.

Don't wait for someone else to nominate them. Your nomination could be the one that honors their impact.

Bright Star Award recipients do not need to attend the banquet to receive recognition.

Who will you nominate?

Learn more and submit your nomination today: https://wgcdd.wyo.gov/WDDC/bright-star-awards-and-banquet-information

Nominations close September 14, 2026.

08/03/2026

Great ideas don't always start with a big organization—they often begin with one person who sees a need and decides to make a difference. The Bright Idea Grant exists to help turn those ideas into meaningful change across Wyoming.

08/02/2026

We are excited to host Adaptive Adventures' 5th annual Multi-Sport Day at Curt Gowdy State Park! The Multi-Sport Day is an event dedicated to showcasing accessible resources and equipment in the outdoors, as well as building community for those with accessibility needs. Starting at 10AM, Adaptive Adventures will have accessible bikes, climbing equipment, and kayaks available for folks to try out at the Silver Crown Campground and Granite Springs Boat Ramp. A vendor fair will occur throughout the event with resources and vendors available until 2PM, and a picnic lunch will be offered at 12PM - this meal will be free and open to all. Fees are waived for all participants at this event. We hope to see you there!

07/31/2026

CASPER, Wyo. — Wyoming gubernatorial candidates are gathered this evening to address issues impacting residents with disabilities during a forum at the

07/30/2026

Want to learn where Wyoming's gubernatorial candidates stand on developmental disability issues and policy?

Join us tonight for the Wyoming Governor Candidate Forum!

📍 Attend in person at the Ramkota Hotel in Casper, Wyoming
💻 Or watch the live stream on OilCityNews.com page. https://www.facebook.com/share/1D2hkDYfTv/

We hope you'll join the conversation and learn more about the candidates' perspectives on issues that matter to Wyoming's developmental disability community.

07/30/2026

Join us tomorrow in person at the Ramkota Hotel Casper, WY or view the forum live-streamed on OilCityNews.com.

07/29/2026