Winifred Green

Winifred was my boss and a hero of mine. Like so many people, I loved and admired her.

I still think of Winifred, what a wonderful human being she was, how smart, funny, and able to train many of us to try to follow in her footsteps.

I continue to think of Wini often, of how much I learned from her, her wonderful sense of humor and great laugh, her bone-deep commitment to equality, of the many great times we had together, of her 11 years on my board, of her eagerness to give others credit, and of the great folks like David Jacobs and Hayes Mizell whom I met because of Winifred.

Winifred was not only a hero of mine, but a mentor and close friend as well. We named my youngest daughter after Wini--Anne-Marie Green Rosser. I think of her often, how much I learned from her, her wonderful laugh, and how she introduced me to great food and music. She served on my board for 12 years and introduced my LatinEx staff on the Chicano Education Project to many great people. She kept her eyes on the prize, gave credit to others, pushed us when we needed to be pushed, and was...

Sadly, I'm just learning of Winifred's death. What a lovely, honest and dedicated woman. I was fortunate to have worked with her during my tenure as SRBWI museum consultant. I will always remember Winifred's kindness, and sincerity....so glad our paths crossed.

I worked for Winifred in 1973, a wonderful experience and life-long memory. Winifred was a mover and a shaker, everywhere she went.

Peace be with you, Winifred. I feel so privileged to have worked with you at the Southern Coalition for Educational Equity. Your wisdom, courage, dedication, and focus inspired me daily. You taught me that any human being can defy privilege to become a force for freedom, justice, and enlightenment. Your spirit continues, a strong force for good.

She made us all proud with her courage and convictions.
Carole Nelson Mize (Washington, DC & Moss Point)

A courageous and persistent fighter for human rights who made the world better for her presence. She'll be missed!