This article is a list of the patronage of the Blessed Virgin Mary by occupations, activities, dioceses, and other geographic locations.
The Blessed Virgin taken as a patroness of any good activity; , she is cited as the patroness of all humanity. However, certain occupations and activities are more closely associated with her protection.
A large number of countries, places and groups claim the Blessed Virgin Mary as a patroness, though usually under a specific title or apparition while only a select few retains its patronage by Pontifical decree from Rome.