The Wyoming Immigrant Advocacy Project (WIAP), the state’s first comprehensive legal aid program for immigrants, has officially opened its doors in Jackson, WY. Founded by Rosie Read, an immigration attorney and long-time Jackson resident, WIAP aims to provide affordable direct legal services, community education, and systemic advocacy for immigrants in the Teton area and beyond.
WIAP was established in 2023 to address the lack of accessible legal services for immigrants in Teton County. The organization works to build capacity by training and partnering with private attorneys to offer low-cost immigration assistance.
Rosie Read, who has a background in creating immigrant rights programs, stated, “Immigrants play a major role in making this place run. They’re your kids’ friends. Your neighbors. Local business owners. And financial barriers should not prevent their access to reliable information about our country’s deeply complex immigration laws. I’m hoping people feel less desperate about getting that information now that WIAP is here.”
WIAP offers one-hour consultations to income-qualified clients on a sliding scale, providing case assessments, advice on available immigration options, and orientation on clients’ rights and responsibilities. The organization will start accepting new cases for representation later this year, initially focusing on clients in Teton County with plans to expand statewide.
For more information, visit the WIAP website, watch the WIAP overview video, or join the mailing list.
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