WPCNR COUNTY CLARION-LEDGER. From Westchester County Department of Communications. January 13, 2006: Westchester County’s African American Advisory Board (AAAB) is looking for organizations interested in joining a new coalition that will work to improve the lives of African Americans throughout the community.Those interested in getting involved are invited to attend an introductory reception on January 24 at 6 p.m. at the Westchester Arts Council, 31 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains.

Groups will work together to provide community services and promote civic involvement related to the advancement of African Americans. Volunteers will work together on goals such as influencing policies, closing gaps in services and removing inequalities. The coalition will also strive to establish new relationships and present a “united front” on issues; let media, public officials and corporate leaders know how they can help; and plan joint community events and programs.

“By working together, these organizations should be able to bring more attention to many of the issues impacting the African American community that need to be addressed,” said County Executive Andrew J. Spano, who is co-hosting the Jan. 24 meeting. “Advisory Board members will talk about what they plan to do and how everyone can be involved.”

Organizations or individuals wishing to attend the reception or get more information should contact Symra Brandon, director of the Office of African American Affairs, at (914) 995-2934.