History

The Maurice A. Ferré Institute for Civic Leadership in the Green School was launched in 2021 through an endowed gift from the family of Mayor Maurice A. Ferré (June 23, 1935 - September 19, 2019), the first Hispanic and Puerto Rican-born mayor of the City of Miami, served six terms as Miami's mayor from 1973-1985.

Mission

The mission of the Maurice A. Ferré Institute for Civic Leadership is to advance civic leadership and engagement, social justice, and inclusive civil infrastructure. The vision of the Ferré Institute is to impact positive social change through its innovative academic, research, and community-oriented programs.

The Honorable Maurice Antonio Ferré