WY We Care Survivors Campaign

Real Wyoming Stories

 

 

“Keep Breathing” 

 

 

alt="Keep Breathing campaign banner featuring Wyoming residents Will Wagner, K.N., Shawn Moore, and Carrie Bollock for the WY We Care initiative"

Wyoming residents who have lived through a suicidal crisis

The WY We Care Survivors Campaign is a statewide effort to reduce suicide risk, increase awareness, and normalize conversations about suicide across Wyoming communities. The campaign amplifies the voices of individuals with lived experience and connects people to support through 988. It is part of the WY We Care Initiative. 

 

One Minute Can Save a Life Podcast
Governor Gordon on Conversations that Matter
37:42
 
WY We Care campaign image promoting connection, hope, and suicide prevention

Wisdom From Suicide Attempt Survivors 

Will Wagner

“Life is not always easy, but it is worth living.”

Meet Will

K.N.

“Keep breathing. Your life is worth fighting for.”

Meet K.N.

Shawn Moore

 “I choose to stay, one day at a time.”                                                        

Meet Shawn

Carrie Bollock

“You are seen. You are valued. You are worth fighting for.”            

Meet Carrie

Support Is Available

 

Call or text 988
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

 

You are not alone.
Help is available and it works.

 

You matter.

988lifeline.org

The PROSPER Blog

Explore the PROSPER Blog for expert insights, practical tools, and evidence-based strategies in suicide prevention. Empower yourself with actionable information, risk management tools, and community-focused solutions to foster hope, connectedness, and healthier communities.

Good Samaritan Law Helps Empower Wyoming to Help in Crisis

Jul 01, 2025

Breaking the Long Silence Surrounding Suicide Loss and Grief

Oct 23, 2025

Wyoming Suicide Prevention and Intervention Resources

 

Find Resources

Community Support

 

Attributes 

This campaign was built through community support, shared purpose, and the generosity of people who donated their time, creativity, and expertise to help bring these stories to life. It truly takes a village to change the conversation around suicide, and we are deeply grateful to the individuals and organizations who helped make this effort possible.

Campaign Lead

 PROSPER Together     

Suicide Prevention and Intervention Training Free for Wyoming Residents. In-person and virtual training sessions are funded through Governor Gordon’s WY We Care campaign.

https://www.prospertogether.net/events                                                                                            

     

Sponsors

 Governor Mark Gordon - https://governor.wyo.gov/

Wyoming Association of Sheriffs and Chiefs of Police (WASCOP) - https://www.wascop.com/

Yesco - a century-old family-owned business that specializes in crafting custom business signs, digital displays, and (billboards). yesco.com                   

 

 

Key Contributors

Strategic Communications: Julie Sun, Kindle Causes LLC - https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliehsun/

Photography: Astri Wee Photography - https://astriwee.com/

Creative Direction and Design: Paul Gormont, Apertures, Inc. - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-gormont-4595806/                                                                                                                                                                            

ayda Gatley (Orange sweater), Shae Haney (Grey Dress), Mary Seals (bow shirt), Dr. Kent Corso (Orange Plaid), Mayor Max Mickelson (black blazer) in back: Cody Wiley-Representative House District 39, Island Ricards-County Commissioner, Jim Wamsley-Fire Chief

Wyoming 6- Hour Virtual Suicide Prevention and Intervention Training

PROSPER 6- Hour Virtual Suicide Prevention and Intervention Training

PROSPER Suicide Prevention Online Training Dates: August 14, August 21, and August 28, 2026 | 12:00 – 2:00 PM ET Location: Online via Zoom  

Free Admission for Wyoming Residents

Wyoming 2-Hour Virtual Suicide Prevention and Intervention Training  

PROSPER 120-minute Virtual Suicide Prevention and Intervention Training, May 27, 2026, 1pm - 3pm MT

PROSPER 120-minute In-Person Suicide Prevention Training,  Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 1pm - 3pm MT   

Free Admission for Wyoming Residents

PROSPER 120-minute Virtual Suicide Prevention and Intervention Training, July 14, 2026 1pm - 3pm MT

PROSPER 120-minute In-Person Suicide Prevention Training,  Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 1 pm -3 pm MT   

Free Admission for Wyoming Residents

August 31 , Wyoming Back-to-School Suicide Prevention and Intervention Training 10am - 12pm MT

PROSPER 120-minute In-Person Suicide Prevention Training, Monday, August 31, 2026, 10 am -12 pm MT   

Free Admission for Wyoming Residents