The first Black woman to serve in the Vermont Legislature is being honored posthumously with an achievement award. The family of former Rep.
MONTPELIER, Vt. — The first Black woman to serve in the Vermont Legislature is being honored posthumously with an achievement award.
The award is given annually to a Democratic woman in Vermont with significant political achievements. Recipients must maintain a consistent focus on mentoring and supporting women in their political, professional, and educational pursuits; focus on policy work that expands opportunities for others; and show evidence of her work having an impact on the lives of other Vermonters.
Bright lived out her remaining years in Illinois, but her family has remained engaged in Vermont and New England. “It is with heavy but joyous hearts that we accept this award on behalf of my mother,” her son said in a statement. “We’re honored and humbled that her work is still being celebrated and that her legacy will live on. Her work on race and gender, equity, inclusion, and opportunity is still relevant today and we hope her story will inspire the next generation of leadership in Vermont.”
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