Jordan: Teachers plan to protest nationwide Oct. 5

Event

Teachers plan to protest nationwide from 13:30 Oct. 5 against the dissolution of the Jordanian Teachers' Syndicate and the alleged forcing of activist teachers into retirement. Organizers have announced that protesters will gather outside teachers' syndicate offices in all governorates; the largest demonstration will likely be held in Amman. The protests are likely to be well attended; hundreds to thousands of individuals could turn up.

Increased security and localized transport disruptions are likely near gathering sites, especially near the Jordanian Teachers' Syndicate in Amman, the afternoon of Oct. 5. Clashes between police and protesters cannot be ruled out, particularly if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse.

Advice

Avoid all protests due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected areas, Oct. 5.