Wyoming Latina Youth Center/Conference

The WLYCenter empowers young Latinas to achieve a successful transition to college by providing leadership opportunities to participate in innovative programs that address Wyoming’s Latina youths’ social, academic, and educational needs. WLYCenter believes in a future of Latinas where they are able to pursue their dreams, reach their goals, and acquire the skills and self-confidence to live a life of purpose, connection, contribution, and joy.


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INVITATION:
25th Anniversary
Wyoming Latina Youth Conference
October 10-11, 2025


“Celebrating the Legacy of Latinas: Honoring our Ancestors, Education, and Leadership”


Laramie County Community College
Cheyenne, Wyoming

Conference Information

“The Power of Choice: A Positive Mindset for Growth, Leadership, and Academic Success”

Our Impact

5000+

Over 5,000 Latina youth engaged since 2000

100+

Developed leadership, community engagement, and service learning skills for 100+   Latinx college students since 2015

98%

Of those Latinx college students graduate from UW and go on to professional careers or graduate school

Programs & Services

The Wyoming Latina Youth Center is a non-profit organization focused on empowering young Latinas through mentorship and awareness. Funding for the Wyoming Latina Youth Center is provided through grants from the Rockefeller Foundation, awarded to Dr. Cecilia Aragon. The grant provides funding for undergraduate work study students, interns and supports travel for students for professional development, graduate school applications and travel to professional conferences.

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Community Engagement & Service Learning Program

Outdoor Program- Campeones para la Naturaleza

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