Proyecto Cobijo: Catholic group provides haven for Cuban migrants in Madrid

A backpack with a few clothes, food, and a baby in their arms — this was how Joelys, Erisdel, and little Aitana began their journey in Serbia. They walked for over 60 days to reach Spain, trekking through forests and mountains, crossing five countries — sometimes by bus, other times on foot. So far, this is the story of hundreds of Cubans using the European route, but this tale is unique.

In two months, Joelys, Erisdel, and Aitana learned that fear could be a more persistent companion than exhaustion.