Cinthia Santoyo

Cinthia Santoyo
Mexico

“Because everything that has life but no voice must be defended, cared for, respected, and loved.”

Cinthia Santoyo

About Cinthia

I am a young Yucatec Maya by birth and a farmer at heart, hailing from the land of oranges. I am amazed by all that Mother Nature gives us, and I am a protector of what has life but no voice.

I am a defender of culture and tradition, a student of agroecology by day and a folkloric dancer by night. I have been an activist since I was young in my social and family circles, focusing on the management of inorganic waste, always defending and protecting the women I love and all those who left without being heard.

I am a protector and rescuer of animals. Currently, I dedicate myself to studying and to the field, meeting farmers who share the same passion so that we can grow and learn together for change.
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You can follow Cinthia on Instagram at @cinthia.santoyo12

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