2001 Humphrey Award Recipients

Maya Lin

Renowned artist and architect whose thoughtful, innovative and powerful memorials commemorating the sacrifices and contributions of Vietnam veterans, women and civil rights leaders to our society have touched the lives of millions.

William L. Taylor

Civil rights attorney, children’s advocate and LCCR Vice Chair, known for his relentless crusade for a public education system that serves the needs of our nation’s marginalized children. His efforts have led to the dismantling of segregation in some of our nation’s largest public school districts and have improved the lives of countless children.

Franklin D. Raines

Our nation’s first African American Fortune 500 Chief Executive Officer, economic advisor to two Presidents, Rhodes scholar, and role model; his tireless advocacy for the American dream of social justice and homeownership for all has elevated the issue of fair housing to the national level.