Cultural and ethnic diversity gives Westchester its strength and character. Such diversity enriches our communities by providing cultural enhancement, mixed populations, interesting avenues of learning, and greater acceptance of new residents. Diversity also brings distinctive challenges to the agencies that provide services such as access to health care or direct health services.

County Executive Spano established the Blue Ribbon Task Force in order to identify unique and effective ways to begin eliminating health disparities in Westchester’s African American community.