Cao Thi Cuc

IMPRISONED
Vietnam

Quick Facts

  • Gender: Female
  • Prison location: Vietnam

Story

Cao Thi Cuc, a leader of the independent TABBVT Buddhist Monastery — an independent religious community in Vietnam, known for its non-aligned stance outside the state-controlled Buddhist Church of Vietnam — was sentenced to three years in prison in 2022 for producing content critical of the state-backed Buddhist Church and authorities. Her sentence was upheld on appeal, reflecting the ongoing suppression of religious groups in Vietnam that resist state interference.

Action Steps

Cao Thi Cuc, a leader of the independent TABBVT Buddhist Monastery — an independent religious community in Vietnam, known for its non-aligned stance outside the state-controlled Buddhist Church of Vietnam — was sentenced to three years in prison in 2022 for producing content critical of the state-backed Buddhist Church and authorities. Her sentence was upheld on appeal, reflecting the ongoing suppression of religious groups in Vietnam that resist state interference.

Charges

200$

Legal Status

Yes — she has been officially sentenced.

Health Status

Not good — Although previously listed as "good," his actual condition is concerning. she has suffered a stroke while in detention and has not received adequate medical care, which has led to a decline in his health.

Family Information

Cao Thi Cuc, a leader of the independent TABBVT Buddhist Monastery — an independent religious community in Vietnam, known for its non-aligned stance outside the state-controlled Buddhist Church of Vietnam — was sentenced to three years in prison in 2022 for producing content critical of the state-backed Buddhist Church and authorities. Her sentence was upheld on appeal, reflecting the ongoing suppression of religious groups in Vietnam that resist state interference.