Santiago activist Yasser Sosa Tamayo shared an emotional 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 affected by the economic crisis.
In her Facebook post, Sosa recounted how, with the support of compassionate individuals, she was able to provide clothing and shoes to several of these women, offering them a moment of relief and hope.
"Cinderella has gray hair, wrinkles, and a weary gait, with a disappointed gaze as she sadly reflects on the past she once believed in and defended," wrote the activist, referring to the challenges faced by many elderly people who barely survive on inadequate pensions 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 individuals he describes as “angels of light and tender souls,” who have contributed to his charitable cause.
"Some Cinderellas from my little piece of the crocodile with surreal prices received a pair of shoes and some clothes before 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 engaged in solidarity actions to benefit the most vulnerable and unprotected individuals.
Last Saturday, Sosa shared a gallery of images on social media showcasing the moments of food distribution to children and the elderly in Plaza de Marte, along with the expressions of gratitude from those who benefited.
Moreover, 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 illuminate, people who are flames, people who are beacons. People willing to give and share without fear of wearing themselves thin. People with less ego and more fire beneath the surface. We need more supernovas spreading their light and fewer survivors.”
The Santiago activist has been engaged in humanitarian work for months. In August, he was part of a group of young people who distributed snacks to homeless individuals regularly found on some of the streets of the city.
"I received a call to offer me some bread and some packets of drinks for breakfast to share with friends on the streets, asking me to remain anonymous," wrote independent author Yasser Sosa Tamayo in a Facebook post, which he titled "There are medals that hang in the soul."
In January of this year, the young Cuban Massiel Carrasquero Ramos performed a goodwill act for Three Kings’ Day in Cuba: distributing soup, along with friends, to vulnerable people in Havana.
Young residents of the province of Ciego de Ávila performed a noble act by providing food to homeless individuals, who expressed their gratitude for the gesture.
The visible face of the delivery was an artist from Ciego de Ávila named Ozzie, who took charge of delivering the food and sent an emotional message.
The young man explained that the primary intention is to help people experiencing homelessness, but he also wants others to know, especially the elderly, that he is not the only young person taking such action.
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