Built by women. Grown by community.
A grassroots organization rooted in lived experience, solidarity, and the unshakable belief that every woman deserves to thrive.
Our History
The Brazilian Women's Group (BWG) began in 1995 when a small group of Brazilian immigrant women in the Boston area came together to share their stories, support one another, and confront the challenges of life in a new country.
What started as informal gatherings grew into a powerful grassroots organization — one that has stood with thousands of women over three decades, fighting for immigrant rights, workers' dignity, health access, and leadership opportunities.
Today, BWG remains community-led and community-powered — proof that when women organize, communities transform.
What guides us
Mission
To build collective power with Brazilian immigrant women and impacted communities through leadership development, political education, access to essential resources, and community organizing for justice and systemic change.
Vision
A society where immigrants and working-class communities live with dignity, safety and have the power to lead, organize, and transform the conditions that impact their lives.
Values
Solidarity, dignity, justice, courage, and the power of lived experience in building collective power.
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is made up of dedicated community leaders who bring diverse professional and lived experiences to the Brazilian Women's Group.
Together, they provide strategic guidance, support our mission, and help strengthen the impact of our work across the communities we serve.
The Board meets monthly to support BWG's growth, programs, and long-term vision.
Our Team
Behind every program, service, and community initiative is a team committed to supporting and empowering immigrant families.
Our staff is made up of passionate professionals, organizers, advocates, and community leaders who work every day to connect people with the resources, information, and opportunities they need to thrive.
