Miriam Medina

Miriam Medina is a writer and activist known for her advocacy against child sexual violence and prostitution in Boa Vista, Cape Verde. Recently, she has raised alarm over the alarming rates of child abuse occurring within the island's hotel networks, emphasizing the need for urgent societal action. During a discussion with students at the Boa Vista Secondary School, as part of a Literature Week event organized by the local municipality, she shared her deep concerns about the emotional scars carried by children affected by abuse, often dismissed by their own families. Medina calls for a community-wide effort to root out these issues and highlights the necessity for dedicated psychological support for students in schools.