The Wyoming Library Association has recently honored Caitlin White, a dedicated individual, as one of the recipients of the 2023 Outstanding Hero/Heroine Award. In her role as the WLA Legislative Committee Chair, Caitlin White has played a pivotal role in preparing the Wyoming library community for a challenging legislative session, and her outstanding contributions have not gone unnoticed.

Caitlin White. Photo by Albany County Public Library Foundation.

Over the past two years, Caitlin’s volunteer efforts have been nothing short of remarkable. She has worked tirelessly to ensure that the Wyoming library community was well-prepared for a legislative session that posed significant challenges. Her commitment and dedication to this cause have earned her the recognition she truly deserves.

Caitlin’s role as the WLA Legislative Committee Chair required her to coordinate efforts among committee members, library stakeholders, library workers, partner organizations, and various individuals. Her aim was to ensure the protection of libraries in Wyoming against proposed legislation that could have had detrimental effects. Through her diligent efforts, all three bills that specifically targeted librarians were defeated, securing a significant victory for the library community.

The Outstanding Hero/Heroine Award presented by the Wyoming Library Association is a testament to the significant impact that Caitlin White has made within the last two years. This award serves as an opportunity for the WLA to acknowledge and appreciate the remarkable work of individuals or groups who have made a substantial difference in the Wyoming library landscape.