Argentina: Unionized teachers to strike throughout Buenos Aires, May 17-18

Event

Unionized teachers in both the city and province of Buenos Aires plan to strike May 17-18 to demand improved salaries and working conditions. As part of their labor action, teachers in Bahia Blanca, Buenos Aires Province, will stage a protest on May 17; participants will assemble at the headquarters of the Unified Union of Education Workers of Buenos Aires (Sindicato Unificado de Trabajadores de la Educacion de Buenos Aires, SUTEBA) at 09:30 before marching to the city school board office. Related gatherings are possible throughout the city and province of Buenos Aires.

Heightened security and localized traffic disruptions are likely during any strike-related protests that may occur. Violence is unlikely.

Advice

Avoid all protests to mitigate disruptions. Heed the instructions of the authorities. Consider using alternative routes to circumvent impacted areas. Plan accordingly for increased absenteeism among employees who are parents or guardians of school-aged children.