Lydia Cacho

Lydia Cacho

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Lydia Cacho is a prominent Mexican investigative journalist, author, and activist known for her fearless reporting on issues related to organized crime, human trafficking, and violence against women and children. Born in Mexico City, she has spent over three decades uncovering the connections between political power and criminal networks, often at great personal risk. Cacho's work has led to significant legal reforms and increased awareness of gender-based violence in Mexico. Currently exiled in Spain, she continues to advocate for victims' rights and the importance of independent journalism.

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Lydia Cacho asserts that there is a significant wave of denialism regarding the trafficking of women.

Valeria Luiselli: pareciera que las mujeres “no tenemos derecho a un solo día de tranquilidad”
El Universal·MexicoMexico· 2026-06-02
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Lydia Cacho is a journalist, currently exiled in Spain, and author of the book 'Cartas de amor y rebeldía'.

Las periodistas irreverentes | Cultura
El País·SpainSpain· 2025-03-16
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