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Archives History and Research Foundation of South Florida, recognizing her contribution to achieving educational equality in honor of the 50th Anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education. 2007: Florida Senator Larcenia J. Bullard’s proclamation for being a champion civil rights activist. The Johnnie M. Parris Foundation was established in her memory and awards the annual Johnnie M. Parris Public Service Scholarship to students committed to public service.
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