aboutus
Our Story
Our story began when our founders, Giselle Bonilla and Kat Bonilla discovered firsthand, the lack of support and resources available for survivors of abuse who are women of color in Boston, MA, and for the first time they talked about their traumas with each other. Due to the lack of resources and services, they were left alone to heal and during that process they were able to discover the power of healing within a community. Through the exchange of stories and community support, a path for healing was created for themselves and other women of color.
Inspired by the story of the Mirabal sisters, who worked with many communities in the Dominican Republic to stand up to their oppressor, they named Time of Butterflies after their story and what it represented. Time of Butterflies represents healing through the power of community.
Mission
Time Of Butterflies creates a supportive community that provides a healing space for women of color.
Vision
We counter the experience of trauma with a sensitive and competent multidisciplinary response. Time Of Butterflies provides workshops and community events that help women heal via therapeutic services. We also focus on community building, and providing a safe space for women to come together. We do this because we believe that the best healing happens within a community. Our goal is to provide resources and workshops to help improve the quality of life of women affected by trauma.
