Webinar: Sharing Turner Syndrome Through Film – The Story Behind Like A Butterfly

Join independent filmmaker Brooke Gonsalves for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Like A Butterfly, her deeply personal and thought-provoking film. In this WE Learn webinar, Brooke shares the inspiration behind the story, why Turner Syndrome stories must be told, and how film can be a powerful tool for awareness, advocacy, and connection. Discover how storytelling through media can amplify voices, foster empathy, and spark meaningful change.

About the Presenter
Brooke Gonsalves is an independent filmmaker and storyteller with experience across film, digital media, and podcasting. She produced and directed Like A Butterfly, shepherding the project from initial concept through post-production. Brooke also hosts podcasts and runs a YouTube channel dedicated to highlighting Turner Syndrome stories—celebrating resilience, raising awareness, and uplifting the community through personal narratives and interviews. Her work blends creative storytelling with advocacy, offering both emotional impact and meaningful insight.

What You’ll Gain From Attending
Behind-the-Scenes Insight
Learn how Like A Butterfly was brought to life—from idea development to post-production decisions.

Advocacy Through Storytelling
See how film and digital media can raise awareness and amplify the voices of underrepresented people, especially within the Turner Syndrome community.

Personal Inspiration
Hear Brooke’s journey as a filmmaker and advocate, including challenges faced, lessons learned, and milestones achieved.

Live Q&A Opportunity
Ask questions directly about filmmaking, Turner Syndrome advocacy, or creating content with social impact.

Why This Webinar Matters Beyond Turner Syndrome
Universal Storytelling Skills
Learn how to craft compelling stories, build emotional resonance, and engage audiences—valuable for filmmakers, writers, educators, marketers, and communicators of all kinds.

Inspiration & Resilience
Brooke’s experience highlights creativity, perseverance, and problem-solving—lessons applicable to both personal and professional growth.

Social Impact Through Media
Explore how storytelling can foster empathy, raise awareness, and spark meaningful conversations across diverse communities.

Practical, Engaging Discussion
The interactive Q&A makes this session relevant for professionals, students, creatives, and anyone interested in storytelling with purpose.

About the Presenter:

Brooke Gonsalves is a filmmaker, producer, and Turner Syndrome advocate. She is the creator of Like a Butterfly, a documentary film that explores identity, resilience, and lived experience through the lens of Turner Syndrome.

In addition to her work in film, Brooke hosts podcasts focused on storytelling, advocacy, and the creative process, and is committed to creating spaces where stories are seen and heard. Through her work, she bridges personal experience and cinematic storytelling to foster understanding, connection, and conversation.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a concentration in counseling and a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.

Who Should Attend:
Patients, caregivers, allied health professionals, clinical researchers, health administration, policymakers, and philanthropists

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Cost:
Free. Donations are appreciated.

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