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22 Aug 2023 | 07:56 AM UTC

Costa Rica: Unionized students plan march in San Jose Aug. 22 to demand funding

Unionized students plan march in San Jose, Costa Rica, Aug. 22 to demand funding. Tight security, localized disruptions likely.

Informational

Event

Unionized students with the Federation of Students of the University of Costa Rica (Federacion de Estudiantes de la Universidad de Costa Rica, FEUCR) are planning a demonstration march through San Jose Aug. 22 to press for the preservation of higher education funding. The demonstrators will leave the City University, Rodrigo Facio campus of the University of Costa Rica, at 09:00 to march to the Presidential Palace for a rally.

Heightened security, as well as localized transit and business disruptions, are likely in the affected area during the demonstration.

Advice

Exercise caution near demonstrations. Plan for localized transit and business disruptions. Heed the directives of authorities.