Brevard News

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH: Rosa L. Jones, ‘The Mother of Cocoa’, Was Beacon of Inspiration, Encouragement for Those Who Knew Her

The Space Coast certainly has its share of significant history, including notable women, but you may not have heard of one of the most remarkable: Rosa Lee Jones. Her life was dedicated to activism and to nurturing her community, cementing her legacy as “The Mother of Cocoa.” She achieved a series of “firsts,” breaking barriers both for women and for Black residents of Brevard County and acting as a beacon of inspiration and encouragement for those who knew her. She remained active in her community in various ways throughout her long life, creating an impact that has resonated in Cocoa and Brevard County for decades. […]