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The first African American elected mayor of Fredericksburg, Reverend Lawrence A. Davies has devoted his life to serving his community.

Fredericksburg

Fannie W. Fitzgerald pioneered the integration of Prince William County Schools amid her 35-year career as an educator in Virginia schools.

Prince William County

The first African-American woman to serve as mayor of Harrisonburg, Deanna Reed also mentors community youth through leadership programs she has established.

Harrisonburg

A revered civic leader and successful businessman, William T. Stone was the first African-American judge in Williamsburg.

Williamsburg

A pioneer in mathematics, Gladys B. West was an instrumental hidden figure in the development of the modern Global Positioning System.

King George County

Throughout his career as a Baptist minister, Reverend Andrew J. White Sr. has championed education, health care, and community service.

Petersburg

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

Fairfax County

As chief of the Pamunkey Indians, Ann fought to preserve the rights of her people when they were threatened by English colonists.

King William County

As a programs supervisor for the Virginia High School League, Claudia L. Dodson was dedicated to developing opportunities for girls' athletics across the state.

Charlottesville

As a teacher, India Hamilton continuously pushed for the expansion, implementation, and improvement of educational opportunities for African American students.

King William County