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A native of China, Zhiyi (Joycee) Wang is a recipient of the Fairfax County 2018 Student Peace Award.

Reston

The first African American woman elected to the House of Delegates and to the Senate of Virginia, Yvonne B. Miller worked tirelessly as a politician, educator, and advocate for underrepresented Virginians.

Norfolk

Xavier R. Richardson is a fervent advocate for underprivileged youth.

Fredericksburg

A native of Laos,Xang Mimi Howorks, teaches, and travels internationally as a professional photographer.

Northern Virginia

Willie Lanier broke through racial barriers in professional football by becoming the first African American to play middle linebacker, the position that directs the defense on the field.

Richmond

After a decorated career as a military and commercial pilot, William E. Bailey continues to work for increased diversity in the aviation profession and to expand educational opportunities for African Americans.

Accomack County

A leader in the political, cultural, and civic life of Alexandria, William Darnell “Bill” Euille became the first African American elected mayor of the city.

Alexandria

Nationally recognized physicist Warren Wesley Buck III helped create Hampton University’s doctoral program in physics and works to attract a diverse student population to the field.

Hampton

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

Lynchburg

Undine Smith Moore described herself as "a teacher who composes," while educating her students about music theory as well as the contributions of African Americans to American music and culture.

Ettrick