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“Estuve cinco años sin ver la luz del día”: el testimonio de las víctimas de trata en Canarias que busca llegar al Papa
Summary by Latinas Media Editorial Desk Laura Llach , as published by El País
· June 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A photo shows two victims of human trafficking standing together in front of a mural created by migrant women at the Centro Lugo.
In the Canary Islands, victims of human trafficking are sharing their stories. One such account mentions a person being unable to see daylight for five years. These testimonies are part of an effort to raise awareness about the issue.
A photo shows two victims of human trafficking standing together in front of a mural created by migrant women at the Centro Lugo. Further details about the stories of these victims and the initiative to bring attention to their experiences are available from the source, including an image that accompanies the report.
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Category: culture Published: June 12, 2026 Source: El País Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In the Canary Islands, victims of human trafficking are sharing their stories. One such account mentions a person being unable to see daylight for five years. These testimonies are part of an effort…
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