SEN. ARTHENIA JOYNER of Tampa, center, being inducted into the FAMU College of Law’s Hall of Fame in 2015. She is pictured here with Florida Rep. Mia Jones, D-Jacksonville, left, and then FAMU President Elmira Mangum in front of her hall of fame portrait.

The Virgil Hawkins Florida Chapter National Bar Association has established the Sen. Arthenia L. Joyner Public Service Award, honoring the legacy and lifelong dedication to justice of Florida state Sen. Arthenia L. Joyner, the longest practicing Black woman lawyer in the history of Florida.

The award will recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to public service, equality, and social justice, echoing Sen. Joyner’s advocacy for civil rights and equal opportunities.