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The Spanish Church’s fight against human trafficking and prostitution

Catholic agencies, and individuals, are taking to the streets.

Fionn Shiner
Jan 29, 2026
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For many years, Nacho Sanchez spent his Saturday evenings in a unique way.

While most men visiting the Camp Nou area of Barcelona on a weekend are heading to watch the city’s famous FC Barcelona soccer team in its iconic stadium, Sanchez had other ideas.

Red light at night in Barcelona. Credit: Alamy.

The sex workers in the area could be forgiven for seein…

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