Dominican Republic: Protest planned in Santo Domingo September 23

Event

Protesters affiliated with the Generacion de Servidores party are planning to gather in the National Palace in Santo Domingo on Wednesday, September 23. Protesters are expected to gather from 10:00 (local time) in opposition to the placing of the LGBT+ flag in the office of the Administrative Deputy Minister of the President.

A heightened security presence is expected in the vicinity of the demonstration and localized transportation disruption should be anticipated.

Advice

Those in Santo Domingo are advised to monitor the situation, anticipate transportation disruptions, and avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution.