An UpTogether group of seven mothers formed Las Pioneras in 2010
Members of Las Pioneras immigrated to Boston from Colombia, Guatemala and Peru
Since the group’s founding several members have launched businesses, earned college degrees, and completed professional training courses
Highlighting the Power of Community
At UpTogether, we believe our members are our greatest asset. Every day they demonstrate their resilience, strength, determination, and the power of their communities.
We are excited to introduce you to a group of UpTogether members who call themselves Las Pioneras, which means the pioneers.The close-knit group formed in 2010. They create goals, hold each other accountable, share resources and uplift their families and communities, together. Their stories show the impact of community over time.
They are proof of what is possible when individuals and their communities are seen, invested in, and valued.
Click the images below to read more about Las Pioneras
Las Pioneras: In their own words
Hear what they have to say about the value of sharing resources, setting goals and helping one another thrive.
Beatriz A. Beatriz T. Lidieth
Lucy Vilma
Check out the Pioneras photo gallery
Las Pioneras are intentional about sharing information they receive at conferences seminars with their Boston community.
Las Pioneras keep in touch through text message chains and phone calls. They also share life updates over meals.
Las Pioneras attend an UpTogether (formerly Family Independence Initiative) gala.
Children of Las Pioneras formed a strong bond while participating in activities their mothers planned.
Children of Las Pioneras formed a strong bond while participating in activties their mothers planned.
Left to right: UpTogether Chief People Officer Michelle Chao-Nguyen, White House official, Pionera Beatriz A. in 2013.
Left to right: Pioneras Beatriz A., Lucy, Beatriz T., Luz.
Pionera Lucy (white dress) poses with her husband and three daughters.
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