Serving Up Change

Odessa Woolfolk is a civil and human rights activist, educator, and civic leader. She has done extraordinary community service that has made her a distinguished citizen in her hometown of Birmingham, Alabama. Her work to establish the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute has national influence in bringing people together to improve communities. The Mayor of Birmingham said, "She is a factor for good, bringing diverse communities together to work for a brighter future. We recognize the significant contributions that Ms. Woolfolk has made to the City of Birmingham for more than 40 years." This is an inspirational biography that shows how simple community service can make a difference.