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As an activist, leader, scholar, writer, and educator, Sharifa Alkhateeb worked tirelessly to strengthen communities and bridge Islamic and American cultures.

Fairfax County

Research scientist, mentor, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) champion Joycelyn Harrison is an award-winning chemical engineer and prolific inventor.

Hampton

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

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

An attorney, educator, and musician, the Honorable Marcus Williams served more than 20 years as a circuit court judge in Fairfax County.

Fairfax County

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

Civic leader Fannie B. King encouraged educational and public health reforms in addition to advocating woman suffrage.

Staunton

Elizabeth Lewis founded the Equal Suffrage League of Lynchburg.

Lynchburg