The Westmoreland Diversity Coalition (Coalition) was a community–based nonprofit membership organization that brought people together to promote diversity from all walks of life, generate greater understanding and acceptance, and to help create through advocacy and education an atmosphere in Westmoreland County where all people feel welcome. The Coalition worked for 10 years to build a cohesive foundation and network of residents and organizations in Westmoreland County to raise public awareness and work collectively to effect broad-based social change.
The Coalition replaced the Central Westmoreland Unity Coalition which existed for over 20 years. This Coalition was a county-wide umbrella organization that embraced and promoted difference and inclusion. It was committed to making Westmoreland County more inviting and diverse through county-wide programs and events, community conversations, educational material, etc., and sought to partner with Westmoreland County government and other public and private entities to launch initiatives designed to help Westmoreland County grow and prosper.
At the core of this Coalition was the belief that the complicated, interrelated but subtle social issues that have existed in Westmoreland County for many years can only be addressed through long range consistent effort and sustained commitment. The Coalition’s strategic plan was to build its foundation as it evolved and gained the respect and confidence of the community while at the same time acknowledging and recognizing the need to develop the awareness and adaptability to new challenges, opportunities and lessons, as they emerge.
The Westmoreland Diversity Coalition closed it operations in June 2025. Read the press release here.