Browse Items (167 total)
- Collection: Contemporary United States
L. Louise Lucas
As a community activist, entrepreneur, and state senator, L. Louise Lucas has been a tireless advocate for residents of southeastern Virginia.
Portsmouth
Lerla G. Joseph
A dedicated physician, businesswoman, and community health advocate, Dr. Lerla G. Joseph provides high-quality, value-based health care to underserved populations in central Virginia.
Richmond
Stan Maclin
Through his work in the ministry and as a community activist, Rev. Stan Maclin embraced diversity and inclusion and empowered others to work for racial justice.
Harrisonburg
Krysta N. Jones
Krysta Jones is passionate about encouraging and empowering others to make a difference in their communities, state, and nation.
Arlington County
Kaci M. Easley
Inspired by examples of public service in her family, Kaci Easley was the first African American to serve as director of Virginia's Executive Mansion.
Charles City County
Themes: Government and Law
Penny J. Franklin
As a community activist for more than 30 years, Penny Franklin has been an advocate for the fair and respectful treatment of all people.
Montgomery County
Joycelyn S. Harrison
Research scientist, mentor, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) champion Joycelyn Harrison is an award-winning chemical engineer and prolific inventor.
Hampton
Themes: Science and Medicine
Torrey Smith
Super Bowl champion Torrey Smith has used his academic and athletic success to establish community programs that inspire and assist youth in achieving their educational goals.
Westmoreland County
Marcus D. Williams
An attorney, educator, and musician, the Honorable Marcus Williams served more than 20 years as a circuit court judge in Fairfax County.
Fairfax County
Themes: Government and Law
Kwame Alexander
Kwame Alexander believes in the power of poetry to engage young readers in language and literature.
Fairfax County
Themes: Arts and Literature