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The family of Annia Robert Isaac, originally from Guantánamo, has made an urgent appeal for help and is offering a reward of 250 dollars to anyone who can find her and keep her safe until she can be rescued by her loved ones.
According to the report shared on social media, the woman left her home Thursday morning and has been unaccounted for since.
Her eldest daughter, Leyanet Romero Robert, explained that Annia is suffering from a nervous condition and, at the time of her disappearance, was in a state of intoxication, which increases the concern for her safety.
The missing woman is the mother of three children, including a 10-year-old boy and a baby of just 11 months.
"She left this morning and went to Santiago de Cuba, she is suffering from nervous issues and is intoxicated, she is my mother and has 2 younger children, one 10 years old and a baby of 11 months, she says she is going to Havana", wrote her daughter.
The family clarified that "she is not a criminal nor a bad person, she is just sick," and implored anyone who sees her to take her in and call the number 51554380.
The reward will be given to anyone who provides verified information, sends photos, or stays with Annia until her family can arrive at the location.
The case has kept the community on edge, prompting them to mobilize in support of the search efforts.
Recently, Cuban feminists lamented the lack of effective protocols to alert about the disappearances of women in Cuba, in light of several open cases.
Several Cuban women remain unaccounted for, and the regime lacks an early warning system, with no immediate dissemination in the media or mobilization of the authorities.
Doraiky Águila Vázquez, a 48-year-old woman from Havana, has been missing since March 15th.
Maydeleisis Rosales Rodríguez, a girl from Havana, disappeared more than four years ago in Centro Habana.
Similarly, Damaris Ricardo Frómeta, 56 years old, disappeared in October 2009 in Waja in the Boyeros municipality of Havana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Disappearances in Cuba and the Case of Annia Robert Isaac
What is known about the disappearance of Annia Robert Isaac in Guantánamo?
Annia Robert Isaac disappeared after leaving her home in Guantánamo on Thursday morning. Her family, concerned, has offered a reward of 250 dollars for anyone who finds her and keeps her safe until they can arrive. Annia suffers from nervous issues and was intoxicated at the time of her disappearance.
Why are the disappearances of women in Cuba a growing concern?
The lack of effective protocols and an official early warning system for disappearances in Cuba has raised concerns. Cases like that of Doraiky Águila Vázquez, who has been missing for months, highlight the government's inaction and the need for families to turn to social media and rewards to search for their loved ones. This void in the official response increases the anguish and risk for missing persons.
What is the role of feminist platforms in the disappearances of women in Cuba?
Platforms like Alas Tensas and Yo Sí Te Creo en Cuba have been crucial in disseminating information about disappearances. They have activated alerts such as the Alerta Yeniset for cases of missing women, providing physical and clothing details, and mobilizing the community to increase the chances of locating individuals in a context where authorities do not offer effective support.
What has been done to find Annia Robert Isaac, and how can the community help?
Annia's family has reached out to the community for help in finding her, offering a monetary reward. They have asked that anyone who sees her take her in and contact the provided number to coordinate her rescue. Citizen collaboration and dissemination on social media are crucial for locating Annia and other missing persons in Cuba.
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