Argentina: Education workers to demonstrate in downtown Cordoba Aug. 31 to demand increased salaries

Event

Unionized education workers plan to demonstrate in downtown Cordoba Aug. 31. They are also holding a 24-hour strike. The purpose of the action is to demand increased salaries. Participants will be marching through downtown streets before arriving at the Civic Center for a demonstration at 12:00.

Although the actions should remain largely peaceful, authorities will almost certainly deploy an increased police presence nearby as a precaution. Clashes between protesters and security forces cannot be ruled out, especially if authorities attempt to disperse crowds forcibly. Localized transport and business disruptions are likely.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a precaution. If violence occurs, immediately leave the area and seek shelter in a safe, nongovernmental building. Seek alternative routes to circumvent related transport disruptions and allow additional time to reach destinations. Heed the instructions of security personnel.