The Santiago activist Yasser Sosa Tamayo shared an heartfelt message on social media about the difficult reality faced by many elderly individuals in Cuba, whom he described as "Cinderellas" abandoned by the government and impacted by the economic crisis.
In her Facebook post, Sosa recounted how, with the support of kind individuals, she was able to provide clothing and shoes to several of these women, giving them a moment of relief and hope.
"Cinderella has gray hair, wrinkles, and a weary gait, her gaze filled with disappointment as she looks back with sad eyes at a past she once believed in and defended," wrote the activist, referring to the struggles faced by many elderly individuals who barely survive on pensions that are insufficient to meet their basic needs.
"The national currency is not enough for him to buy a pair of shoes, let alone clothing, because the little he earns from his paycheck goes towards poor nutrition," he added.
In his message, Sosa emphasized that some of these “Cinderellas” received clothing and shoes thanks to the support of people he describes as “angels of light and tender souls,” who have contributed to his charitable cause.
“Some Cinderellas from my little piece of the swamp with surreal prices received a pair of shoes and some clothes before the clock struck midnight,” he noted.
The activist took the opportunity to invite those who wish to join his initiative and help more people in need. Interested individuals can contact him at the number +5351239208.
This is not the first time that the young activist from Santiago has carried out solidarity actions for the benefit of the most vulnerable and unprotected individuals.
Last Saturday, Sosa shared on social media a gallery of images showcasing the moments of food delivery to children and the elderly in Plaza de Marte, along with the expressions of gratitude from the recipients.
Additionally, their charitable initiative has also extended to San Antonio del Sur, a municipality in Guantanamo that was severely impacted by Hurricane Oscar.
There, Sosa brought a ray of hope to "the little ones of San Antonio del Sur who still laugh, despite everything, with pure eyes and bare feet."
On his social media, the activist reflected on the need for more people willing to make a difference: “We need more people who shine, people who are like flames, people who are beacons. People willing to give of themselves and share without fear of being worn out. People with less ego and more fire beneath the surface. We need more supernovas spreading their light and fewer survivors.”
The Santiago de Cuba activist has been carrying out his humanitarian work for months. In August, he was part of a group of young people who distributed snacks to the homeless who are often found on some streets of the city.
"He called me to offer some bread and packets of drinks for breakfast for the friends on the streets, insisting that I remain anonymous," independent writer Yasser Sosa Tamayo recounted in a Facebook post, titled "There are medals that hang from the soul."
In January of this year, the young Cuban Massiel Carrasquero Ramos performed a goodwill act for Three Kings Day in Cuba: distributing stew with friends to vulnerable individuals in Havana.
Young residents of the province of Ciego de Ávila.They performed a noble act by delivering food to homeless individuals, who expressed their gratitude for the gesture.
The public face of the delivery was an artist from Ciego de Ávila named Ozzie, who took charge of delivering the food and sent a heartfelt message.
The young man explained that the primary intention is to help people experiencing homelessness, but he also wants to make it known, especially to older individuals, that he is not the only young person engaged in such actions.
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