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Community activist Martha Rollins fights racism, recidivism, and prejudice by bringing Richmond communities together across racial, social, and economic barriers.

Richmond

A tireless business leader and civic activist, Jessie M. Rattley was the first woman and first African American to serve as mayor of Newport News.

Newport News

Vivian W. Pinn works to expand women's health programs and leadership roles for women in the field of medical research.

Lynchburg

The longest-serving mayor of Virginia Beach, Meyera E. Oberndorf was a tireless advocate for the city and its residents.

Virginia Beach

Patricia Buckley Moss uses the considerable commercial success she has earned as an artist to aid child-related charities and promote the use of the arts to help children with learning disabilities succeed in school and in life.

Waynesboro

Thomasina E. Jordan, also known as "Red Hawk Woman," was a passionate advocate for American Indians throughout her life.

Alexandria

An expert in solid propellant rocket motor design, Mary Jones serves as a role model for women in the engineering profession.

Prince William County

Edythe C. Harrison's love of music led her to help found the Virginia Opera Association.

Norfolk

Nikki Giovanni uses her poetry to raise awareness of social issues, particularly those of gender and race.

Blacksburg

Long recognized as one of the nation's most distinguished educators, Mary Alice Franklin Hatwood Futrell led the National Education Association from 1983 to 1989.

Lynchburg