Dr. Lena Frances Edwards left behind a legacy of hard work, compassion, and dedication to serving others through her work in maternal healthcare - and she was one of the first African American women to do so.

Jersey City has a long and proud history of activism. From the early days of resistance against British rule, to the fight for workers' rights in the early 20th century, to the civil rights movement of the 1960s, Jersey City residents have always been willing to stand up for their beliefs.