# Connections Beyond Borders: Darilys Matos Acevedo, Founder, Raices Latinas/Friends Beyond Boston

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Podcast: [How We Connected](https://stenobird.com/podcast/how-we-connected-7614718)
Published: 2026-02-11T01:23:45+00:00
Episode link: https://www.chamberofconnection.org/
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## Resource

In this episode of How We Connected, hosts Aaron Hurst and Charlotte Massey discuss the importance of building connections and the role of repetition in forming strong friendships. They welcome guest Darilys, a community builder who shares her experiences and challenges in creating social groups in Boston. Darilys touches on the cultural differences between Puerto Rico and mainland U.S. and the impact of hostility towards immigrants on her Latino-focused group. She also discusses the strategies she employs to foster connections, including hosting coffee socials and leveraging technology platforms. 00:00 Introduction: The Mission 14:59 Welcome Darilys 16:10 Origin Story: Moving to Boston 20:48 Starting Friends Beyond Boston 23:20 Platform Changes & Moving to Heylo 27:03 Coffee Socials 30:49 Cultural Differences: Puerto Rico vs Boston 35:16 Advice for Community Builders 38:17 Reflection --- How We Connected explores the conversations that power communities across the United States. Aaron Hurst and Charlotte Massey share what they’re building at the US Chamber of Connection and speak with leaders whose work strengthens local connection. Episodes offer human stories, practical insights, and ideas you can use in your own community. Aaron Hurst , Co-Founder of the US Chamber of Connection, is a longtime entrepreneur focused on purpose and community. He founded Imperative and the Taproot Foundation and wrote The Purpose Economy . Charlotte Massey , Co-Founder of the US Chamber of Connection, leads community programs nationally. A Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and former organizer and founder, she works at the intersection of civic life and entrepreneurship. Connect with Us www.chamberofconnection.org Raices Latinas / Friends Beyond Boston raiceslatinas.walthamsocial.com walt…

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