A video of a Cuban child who wishes to reunite with his mother after six years of no communication has been circulated on social media.
“I’ve behaved so badly that you don’t miss me,” one hears the child say whose mother hasn’t contacted him since moving to the U.S.
"Her name is Yeiny Serrano Diéguez and the boy is Neymar Yuliel Castro Serrano. She traveled to the United States and has not been in contact!" wrote activist Idelisa Diasniurka Salcedo Verdecia on Facebook, who shared the plea for help.
The child is well cared for, but all he wants is to see his mom for his birthday, which is at the end of the month!! Help me!!!! Please, let her receive this message!!! Please share so we can make this wish come true! (6 years without communication)
Salcedo clarified that the purpose of the publication is to locate the mother in order to assist the child.
"We are not God to judge! The goal is to help that child!!" he concluded.
The migration phenomenon has separated many Cuban mothers from their children, who face the difficult decision of leaving them behind temporarily in order to secure a better future for them.
Recently, a touching reunion between a mother and son has captured the hearts of thousands of users on TikTok, where a video shows a child crying inconsolably while embracing his mother, who has just arrived in Cuba.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Separation and Reunion of Cuban Families
Why are many Cuban mothers forced to leave their children in Cuba?
Cuban mothers often emigrate in search of a better future for their children due to the difficult economic and social situation on the island. This migration involves an emotional sacrifice, as they must temporarily leave their children in order to provide them with better opportunities from abroad.
What are the emotional effects of family separation due to migration in Cuba?
The emotional scars of family separation due to migration run deep for both those who leave and those who remain. Children often experience nostalgia and a longing to reunite with their parents, while parents face the pain of not being there for important moments in their children's lives.
How are social media being used to help Cuban children reconnect with their parents?
Social media has become a powerful tool for spreading messages and searching for relatives who have emigrated. Activists and family members share touching videos and messages, such as the case of the boy Neymar Yuliel Castro Serrano, to ensure the message reaches their parents abroad and facilitate the reunion.
What initiatives exist to support Cuban families separated by migration?
So far, initiatives to support separated Cuban families are mostly informal and rely on the use of social media and the solidarity of communities abroad. There are no structured family reunification programs, so social media and the sharing of personal stories are essential in facilitating reunions.
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