The Summit
Join us November 4–6, 2025, in Casper, Wyoming, for a groundbreaking gathering of community leaders, advocates, policymakers, and justice-impacted individuals dedicated to building a safer, more just future for Natrona County. This first-ever summit will explore innovative solutions, elevate local voices, and foster collaboration across sectors to address the root causes of crime, support rehabilitation, and strengthen public safety. Together, we’ll lay the foundation for lasting change—centered on community, equity, and shared responsibility.
The Schedule
November 4
Registration
Re-Entry Simulation
Hosted by Anna Wilcox, owner of Blackburn Co, and sponsored by Thrive Together Initiative and Community Action Partnership of Natrona County, the Reentry Simulation offers participants an immersive and interactive experience. This simulation allows individuals to engage directly with the reentry process, identifying barriers and challenges based on their personal experiences as outlined in their assigned portfolios. Participants will also have the opportunity to hear from individuals who have successfully navigated the reentry system, providing invaluable insights and knowledge. This firsthand experience is crucial for those involved in creating or influencing policy within our community.
Sponsors- Natrona Collective Health Trust, Community Action Partnership, Thrive Together Initiative
Lunch
Provided by The Trust
Sequential Intercept Model Remapping - Intercepts 0-1
A remapping of the Sequential Intercept Model, initially completed in 2021, will be conducted with the technical assistance of Policy Research Associates (PRI) through the Safety and Justice Challenge. Join us to help identify community progress, celebrate successes, and become a valuable partner in determining future directions and setting goals and expectations. This 1.5-day experience will highlight the progress made, identify new community-driven initiatives, and establish sustainability efforts.
November 5
Registration
Recap and Preview
Cross Systems Mapping 2-5
A remapping of the Sequential Intercept Model, initially completed in 2021, will be conducted with the technical assistance of Policy Research Associates (PRI) through the Safety and Justice Challenge. Join us to help identify community progress, celebrate successes, and become a valuable partner in determining future directions and setting goals and expectations. This 1.5-day experience will highlight the progress made, identify new community-driven initiatives, and establish sustainability efforts.
Lunch
Provided by the Trust
A remapping of the Sequential Intercept Model, initially completed in 2021, will be conducted with the technical assistance of Policy Research Associates (PRI) through the Safety and Justice Challenge. Join us to help identify community progress, celebrate successes, and become a valuable partner in determining future directions and setting goals and expectations. This 1.5-day experience will highlight the progress made, identify new community-driven initiatives, and establish sustainability efforts.
Next steps, summary & closing
November 6
Opening remarks
Kelly Wessels, Community Action Partnership of Natrona County
NCSJ's work ahead
Ashley Krider & Lisa Maye, Policy Research Inc.
Break
Jim Cowser, Central Wyoming Counseling Center
Sheriff John Harlin, Natrona County Sheriff’s Office
James Lancaster, BSW student with direct experience perspective
Regi Huerter, Consultant
Krista Goldstine-Cole, University of Montana
Facilitator: Beth Worthen, Natrona Collective Health Trust
Closing remarks
Kristy Oster, Director of Community Engagement, Natrona Collective Health Trust