Nada Itrab: Sold at 9, Enslaved in Bolivia, Now Seeking 300 000 euros

In August 2013, this child living in Catalonia was taken to Bolivia by a neighbor, Grover Morales, under the pretext of a school reward trip. For nine months, she endured repeated abuse and was forced to work on coca plantations deep in the jungle, under the constant threat of physical violence.

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Her ordeal came to an end in March 2014 thanks to a major operation led by the Spanish Guardia Civil and Bolivian authorities. Located in a remote village in Carrasco National Park, she was rescued by helicopter after her kidnapper was captured by local farmers.

Upon her return to Spain, the girl was placed in reception centers before being returned to her parents at the age of 14, despite their conviction for negligence. She grew up in precarious conditions in L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, battling depression and the insecurity linked to her undocumented status.

Nada Itrab’s pursuit of justice and resilience in Spain

Now 21 at the beginning of 2026, Nada Itrab has launched legal proceedings against the Catalan regional government. She is seeking 300 000 euros in damages for serious negligence, pointing to failures by social services during her adolescence and the absence of regularization of her residency.

Supported by journalist Neus Sala, she is turning her trauma into public advocacy. Inspired by figures such as Malala Yousafzai and Nadia Murad, she is making numerous media appearances to raise public awareness and support victims of trafficking networks around the world.

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Despite the psychological scars left by her abduction, the young woman continues her studies in law and international relations. Her kidnapper died in prison after being sentenced to 17 years in prison, leaving behind a determined survivor intent on making her story a catalyst for global legislative change.