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As a high school student in Farmville, Barbara Johns challenged school segregation.

Prince Edward County

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

A trailblazer for women in the field of photojournalism, Betty Masters was the first female photographer hired by the Roanoke Times.

Salem

Known as the "Female Elvis," Janis Martin was a pioneer rockabilly star.

Danville

As a plaintiff in the 1967 Supreme Court case Loving v. Virginia, Mildred Jeter Loving helped legalize interracial marriage in Virginia and the United States.

Caroline County

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