Elmira Minita Gordon

Elmira Minita Gordon GCMG, GCVO ( born December 30, 1930 in Belize City ) was from 21 September 1981 to 17 November 1993 Governor-General of Belize.

Lady Elmira Minita Gordon was the first woman in the Commonwealth, which was appointed to the office of Governor-General. The former teacher was 1970-1977 Commissioner in Belize City.

She was awarded the Royal Victorian Order and the Order of St Michael and St George.