The Butterfly Society Organization

05/07/2026

💐✨ Happy Mother’s Day ✨💐

“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.” – Proverbs 31:25

Today we honor the mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures who nurture, guide, and love so deeply. Your strength, sacrifice, and care do not go unnoticed. 💛

The Butterfly Society celebrates you today and always. 🦋

05/06/2026

The Butterfly Society is excited to support the Second Baptist Church Spring Into Summer: Total Community Wellness Event! 💛

Join the community for a day focused on health, connection, and family fun!

🗓 Saturday, May 23
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 914 N Acadian Thruway W, Baton Rouge, LA

10/30/2025

Update: The event has been moved to 📍 Baton Rouge City Hall

💜 Walk A Mile In Their Shoes

We’re excited for everyone to join us today for Walk A Mile In Their Shoes! Together, we’ll stand in community, courage, and connection as we honor the lives lost to domestic violence, support survivors, and raise awareness across our community.

🎤 Speakers:
Monica Pierson-McDaniels – Physical and Mental Health Committee Chair, Baton Rouge Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Brian Strong – Co-Chair for A Call to Men

🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Baton Rouge City Hall 222 St Louis St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

10/27/2025

💜 Walk A Mile In Their Shoes 💜

Domestic violence is increasing right here in Baton Rouge, and it's a crisis that touches us all. Domestic violence doesn't have a look. It can be anyone: our neighbors, our coworkers, our family members. This is a community problem that demands a community response.

Join the Butterfly Society this Thursday as we gather in Community, Courage, and Connection to honor and remember each precious life lost in 2024 to domestic violence and uplift the survivors who continue to persevere with strength and hope. We refuse to let their stories be forgotten.

🗓 October 30, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Davis S. Rhorer Plaza | 200 Saint Louis St., Baton Rouge, LA

10/21/2025

The Butterfly Society is proud to partner with the National Coalition of 100 Black Women – Metropolitan Baton Rouge Chapter for From Awareness to Advocacy: A Domestic Violence Forum.

Join us as we explore the intersections of domestic violence and mental health, connect attendees with community resources, and discuss how policy reform can help protect survivors and prevent abuse.

🗓 Monday, October 27, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
4000 Gus Young Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
✅ Register for FREE: bit.ly/DVForum2025

From Awareness to Advocacy: A Domestic Violence Forum
Presented by the National Coalition of 100 Black Women – Metropolitan Baton Rouge Chapter

Building on the impactful conversations from our 2024 Domestic Violence Convening, this year’s forum will once again shine a light on the realities survivors face—while advancing the dialogue toward meaningful solutions.

This event is designed to create a safe space for honest conversations, break the stigma surrounding domestic violence, and empower community members to stand as advocates for change.

Through a powerful panel discussion, we will explore the intersections of domestic violence and mental health, connect attendees with essential community resources, and discuss policy reform. The insights shared will help shape advocacy strategies that elevate survivors’ voices to decision-makers and lawmakers, ensuring their needs remain a priority.

📅 Monday, October 27, 2025
📍 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
4000 Gus Young Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
⏰ 6:00 PM

✅ Register for FREE at bit.ly/DVForum2025

In partnership with The Butterfly Society Organization

10/19/2025

“A Call to Men: POWER” brought together members of the Divine Nine Fraternities, the 100 Black Men, and our community for a courageous and necessary conversation about ending domestic violence.

Moderated by Eric P. Williams, the discussion reminded us that the fight against domestic violence takes all of us — and that men play a vital role in promoting healthier relationships, challenging harmful attitudes, and building safer communities.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this impactful conversation and to the men who continue to lead with purpose, courage, and connection. 💪🏽💜

10/15/2025

Make sure you join us TOMORROW! 💜

The Butterfly Society invites you to our Survivors Panel: “Courage” — an inspiring evening featuring powerful stories of survival, resilience, and hope.

✨ Moderator: Dr. Christianne Ricard
✨ Panelists: Tyra Banks, Denicia Thompson, Lisa Blackmon, Melody Crosby Hale, and Jazzika Matthews

Together, they’ll share their journeys and the courage it takes to heal, raise awareness, and empower others to stand against domestic violence.

🗓 Thursday, October 16, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
4142 Gus Young Ave., Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Your presence matters — let’s stand together in Community, Courage, and Connection. 💜

10/13/2025

The Butterfly Society’s Men’s Coalition invites men of all ages to “A Call to Men: POWER.”

Join us tomorrow for a powerful panel discussion on domestic violence featuring members of the Divine Nine Fraternities and the 100 Black Men, moderated by Eric P. Williams.

The conversation will focus on promoting healthier relationships, challenging harmful attitudes, and taking shared responsibility in ending domestic violence.

🗓 Tuesday, October 14, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Beacon Light Baptist Church
7513 Prescott Rd, Baton Rouge, La 70812

10/12/2025

💜✨ We couldn’t have done it without you!

A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors for helping make this year’s Butterfly Society’s 11th Annual Domestic Violence Awareness Jazz Brunch such a success. Your generosity allows us to continue providing safety, support, and hope to survivors of domestic violence.

10/07/2025

💜🦋 Join us this Saturday for The Butterfly Society’s 11th Annual Domestic Violence Awareness Jazz Brunch!

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and this year’s theme — “The Power of Us: Community, Courage, and Connection” — reminds us of the strength that comes from standing together to raise awareness, honor lives lost, and support those affected by domestic violence.

🎶 Enjoy an afternoon filled with purpose, empowerment, and live music from The Love Notes, featuring guest speaker Shona Chavis and special guest DJ Marquis.

✨ It’s your last chance to get tickets! Don’t miss this meaningful event.
🎟️ Purchase yours today: https://givebutter.com/ZnTstz