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Social Media Advocacy highlights voices and efforts using online platforms to drive change, from tackling energy crises and health care to animal rights and women's empowerment.

Teresa: The Overlooked Elderly Woman in Santiago de Cuba, Ignored Until Social Media Steps In
Teresa: The Overlooked Elderly Woman in Santiago de Cuba, Ignored Until Social Media Steps In

Published on 11/27/2025

Cuban Mother Defends Her Plea for Help for Sick Daughter, Criticizes State Neglect
Cuban Mother Defends Her Plea for Help for Sick Daughter, Criticizes State Neglect

Published on 11/27/2025

A Cuban Man's Heartbreaking Admission: "My Wife Died, and I'm Dying Too"
A Cuban Man's Heartbreaking Admission: "My Wife Died, and I'm Dying Too"

Published on 11/25/2025

Cuban Doctor Triumphantly Resumes Medical Career in Spain After Bureaucratic Struggles and Sacrifices
Cuban Doctor Triumphantly Resumes Medical Career in Spain After Bureaucratic Struggles and Sacrifices

Published on 11/19/2025

Cuba in Crisis: Wendy Guerra's Urgent Plea for International Attention
Cuba in Crisis: Wendy Guerra's Urgent Plea for International Attention

Published on 11/10/2025

Cheers for Alejandro Cuervo! Cuban Actor Helps Hurricane Victim Recover with New Mattress
Cheers for Alejandro Cuervo! Cuban Actor Helps Hurricane Victim Recover with New Mattress

Published on 11/11/2025

Urgent Appeal for 91-Year-Old Woman in Camagüey as Hurricane Melissa Nears
Urgent Appeal for 91-Year-Old Woman in Camagüey as Hurricane Melissa Nears

Published on 10/27/2025

Cuban Musician Cándido Fabré Calls for Release of Detained Band Member in Mayabeque
Cuban Musician Cándido Fabré Calls for Release of Detained Band Member in Mayabeque

Published on 10/26/2025

Mother of Doctor Who Protested in Baire Arrested
Mother of Doctor Who Protested in Baire Arrested

Published on 10/18/2025

A Cuban Mother's Plea: Turning to Social Media for Her Daughter's Lifeline
A Cuban Mother's Plea: Turning to Social Media for Her Daughter's Lifeline

Published on 10/11/2025

Young Cuban Veterinarian Rescues Hutia from Religious Sacrifice
Young Cuban Veterinarian Rescues Hutia from Religious Sacrifice

Published on 10/5/2025

Help Sought to Identify Man Who Assaulted Young Woman in Havana
Help Sought to Identify Man Who Assaulted Young Woman in Havana

Published on 10/5/2025

Romeo Santos' Wife Reveals Near-Death Experience: "I Felt Like I Was Going Blind"
Romeo Santos' Wife Reveals Near-Death Experience: "I Felt Like I Was Going Blind"

Published on 9/4/2025

Mother's Plea: Cuban Education Ministry Denies Schooling for Autistic Son
Mother's Plea: Cuban Education Ministry Denies Schooling for Autistic Son

Published on 9/2/2025

Influencer from Miami Sparks Viral Debate with Bold Response to Criticism
Influencer from Miami Sparks Viral Debate with Bold Response to Criticism

Published on 8/22/2025

Cuban Child Stuck in Hospital for a Decade as Father Pleads for Government Intervention: "No More Lies"
Cuban Child Stuck in Hospital for a Decade as Father Pleads for Government Intervention: "No More Lies"

Published on 8/5/2025

Mother's Unwavering Fight for Son's Humanitarian Visa Amidst Birthday Celebration
Mother's Unwavering Fight for Son's Humanitarian Visa Amidst Birthday Celebration

Published on 7/24/2025

Cuban Woman Struggles to Find Work in the U.S. After CBP One Cancellation: "How Can I Move Forward?"
Cuban Woman Struggles to Find Work in the U.S. After CBP One Cancellation: "How Can I Move Forward?"

Published on 6/18/2025

Ulises Toirac Stands Firm with Students: "Hands Off University Students"
Ulises Toirac Stands Firm with Students: "Hands Off University Students"

Published on 6/7/2025

Slippery Street in Santiago de Cuba: A Hazardous Path for Pedestrians
Slippery Street in Santiago de Cuba: A Hazardous Path for Pedestrians

Published on 5/14/2025

Cuban Broadcaster Laritza Camacho Highlights Waste Crisis: “We Could Be Top Exporters”
Cuban Broadcaster Laritza Camacho Highlights Waste Crisis: “We Could Be Top Exporters”

Published on 5/13/2025

Teresa Padrón Honors El Taiger: "Each Day I Feel the Urge to Speak Out for You"
Teresa Padrón Honors El Taiger: "Each Day I Feel the Urge to Speak Out for You"

Published on 5/11/2025

Desperate Cuban Mother Seeks Urgent Assistance for Daughter's Surgery
Desperate Cuban Mother Seeks Urgent Assistance for Daughter's Surgery

Published on 5/8/2025

Fury Over Mayarí: Woman Charged After Exposing Kitten's Death
Fury Over Mayarí: Woman Charged After Exposing Kitten's Death

Published on 4/30/2025

Cuban Woman in the U.S. Seeks Employment to Support Cancer-Stricken Mother in Cuba
Cuban Woman in the U.S. Seeks Employment to Support Cancer-Stricken Mother in Cuba

Published on 4/14/2025

A Cuban Father's Desperate Search for Medication for His Son with Butterfly Skin Disease in Pinar del Río
A Cuban Father's Desperate Search for Medication for His Son with Butterfly Skin Disease in Pinar del Río

Published on 4/12/2025

Elderly Cuban Man Arrested by ICE After 45 Years in the United States
Elderly Cuban Man Arrested by ICE After 45 Years in the United States

Published on 4/5/2025

Cuban Mother Seeks Global Help for Daughter's Rare Growth Disorder
Cuban Mother Seeks Global Help for Daughter's Rare Growth Disorder

Published on 4/4/2025

Cuban Influencer in Miami Outraged Over Medical Care for Her Son in Cuba: "Speechless"
Cuban Influencer in Miami Outraged Over Medical Care for Her Son in Cuba: "Speechless"

Published on 4/1/2025

Two Disabled Brothers Desperately Seek Surgery Abroad Due to Cuba's Resource Shortage
Two Disabled Brothers Desperately Seek Surgery Abroad Due to Cuba's Resource Shortage

Published on 3/31/2025

Cuban I220A Criticizes New Immigration Laws: "You're Tearing Apart Families, Not All of Us Are Bad"
Cuban I220A Criticizes New Immigration Laws: "You're Tearing Apart Families, Not All of Us Are Bad"

Published on 3/28/2025

Cuban Government Pulls Power on Mother of Three Occupying State Property in Las Tunas: "I Had No Choice"
Cuban Government Pulls Power on Mother of Three Occupying State Property in Las Tunas: "I Had No Choice"

Published on 3/27/2025

Cuban Influencer Tackles Bullying in the U.S.: "I Waited, Coquette Bow and All"
Cuban Influencer Tackles Bullying in the U.S.: "I Waited, Coquette Bow and All"

Published on 3/25/2025

Sewing Circles in Santiago de Cuba Revive "Cat Sheet" Tradition Amidst Shortages
Sewing Circles in Santiago de Cuba Revive "Cat Sheet" Tradition Amidst Shortages

Published on 3/8/2025

Young Cuban Faces Hardships in the U.S.: "I Need Help"
Young Cuban Faces Hardships in the U.S.: "I Need Help"

Published on 2/24/2025

Family Urgently Demands Transfer of Injured Young Mother from Las Tunas to Havana for Critical Surgery
Family Urgently Demands Transfer of Injured Young Mother from Las Tunas to Havana for Critical Surgery

Published on 2/3/2025

Mother Seeks Justice for Newborn's Death Allegedly Due to Medical Negligence
Mother Seeks Justice for Newborn's Death Allegedly Due to Medical Negligence

Published on 1/25/2025

Cuban Toddler with Severe Food Allergies Seeks Urgent Assistance: Nearly Every Meal Poses a Threat
Cuban Toddler with Severe Food Allergies Seeks Urgent Assistance: Nearly Every Meal Poses a Threat

Published on 1/14/2025

Cuban Musician Emilio Frías Challenges Stereotypes About the Abakuá Society: "It's Not About Being Troublemakers"
Cuban Musician Emilio Frías Challenges Stereotypes About the Abakuá Society: "It's Not About Being Troublemakers"

Published on 1/6/2025

Cuban Woman in the U.S. Prioritizes Helping Her Family in Cuba: "Mine Won't Go Hungry"
Cuban Woman in the U.S. Prioritizes Helping Her Family in Cuba: "Mine Won't Go Hungry"

Published on 12/7/2024

Cuban Man Seeks Missing Mother in Ciego de Ávila After Five Months
Cuban Man Seeks Missing Mother in Ciego de Ávila After Five Months

Published on 12/4/2024

Elderly Woman in Santiago Defies Hardships: No Lightbulbs, No Money, Broken Fridge, Cooking with Wood
Elderly Woman in Santiago Defies Hardships: No Lightbulbs, No Money, Broken Fridge, Cooking with Wood

Published on 11/16/2024

Teresa Padrón Seeks Humanitarian Parole for El Taiger's Daughter Living in Cuba
Teresa Padrón Seeks Humanitarian Parole for El Taiger's Daughter Living in Cuba

Published on 11/12/2024

Cuban Doctor Abducted in Mexico: Family Urgently Pleads for His Release
Cuban Doctor Abducted in Mexico: Family Urgently Pleads for His Release

Published on 11/7/2024

Cuban Pitcher Pedro Portuondo Exposes Dire Conditions at Santiago de Cuba Children's Hospital
Cuban Pitcher Pedro Portuondo Exposes Dire Conditions at Santiago de Cuba Children's Hospital

Published on 10/28/2024

Cuban Singer La Diosa Speaks Out Amid Energy Crisis: "They're Slowly Killing You"
Cuban Singer La Diosa Speaks Out Amid Energy Crisis: "They're Slowly Killing You"

Published on 10/19/2024

Elderly Woman Begs Cuban Activist for Food: "The Government's Debt to Seniors is Unpayable"
Elderly Woman Begs Cuban Activist for Food: "The Government's Debt to Seniors is Unpayable"

Published on 10/2/2024

Pastor Teaches Rural Communities in Santiago de Cuba to Earn Income by Recycling Cans Amid Economic Crisis
Pastor Teaches Rural Communities in Santiago de Cuba to Earn Income by Recycling Cans Amid Economic Crisis

Published on 9/18/2024

Yordenis Ugás Prays for a Chance to Make a Difference in Cuba
Yordenis Ugás Prays for a Chance to Make a Difference in Cuba

Published on 9/4/2024

Emigrant Defends Against Being Called Cowards: "Few Dare to Brave the Sea"
Emigrant Defends Against Being Called Cowards: "Few Dare to Brave the Sea"

Published on 8/22/2024

Animal Advocate Passes Away Amidst Severe Hospital Supply Shortages in Cuba
Animal Advocate Passes Away Amidst Severe Hospital Supply Shortages in Cuba

Published on 8/10/2024

Successful Operation of Puppy Celebrated by Cuban Animal Advocate: "We Did It Again"
Successful Operation of Puppy Celebrated by Cuban Animal Advocate: "We Did It Again"

Published on 7/25/2024

Girl with Eye Tumor Receives Medical Care in Havana Hospital After Mother's Viral Plea
Girl with Eye Tumor Receives Medical Care in Havana Hospital After Mother's Viral Plea

Published on 7/18/2024

Cuban Woman in the U.S. Warns Women About Men Seeking to Exploit Them: "Don't Let Yourselves Be Used"
Cuban Woman in the U.S. Warns Women About Men Seeking to Exploit Them: "Don't Let Yourselves Be Used"

Published on 6/3/2024

Seven Minutes of Light at Dawn: State Journalist Advocates for Equal Blackouts
Seven Minutes of Light at Dawn: State Journalist Advocates for Equal Blackouts

Published on 5/20/2024