Butterfly Parade against violence toward women set for June 6 in Salcedo

In the Dominican Republic’s Hermanas Mirabal province, a major annual equestrian event uniting equestrian enthusiasts, social advocacy and tourism promotion is preparing to welcome more than 1,500 participants next month. The Butterfly Parade for Non-Violence Against Women, scheduled to kick off on the morning of June 6, is backed by three national government agencies: the Ministries of Sports, Tourism and Agriculture. It is organized by the province’s Office for the Development of Women.