07 Sep 2023 | 05:34 AM UTC
Argentina: Education activists plan demonstration in Parana, Entre Rios State, Sept. 8 to demand greater support for public education
Education activists plan rally in Parana, Entre Rios, Argentina, Sept. 8 to support public education. Tight security, disruptions likely.
Event
Activists affiliated with the National University of Entre Rios (Universidad Nacional de Entre Rios, UNER) and the Autonomous University of Entre Rios (Universidad Autonoma de Entre Rios, UADER), including students, faculty members, and employees, plan to demonstrate in Parana, Entre Rios State, Sept. 8. The action is to protest the alleged erosion of support for public education. Activists will rally at Plaza Alvear starting at 16:00 before marching to Plaza 1 de Mayo. Hundreds of people could participate in the demonstration.
Heightened security and localized business and transport disruptions are likely near the gathering sites and march route. The action will probably pass peacefully.
Parana is approximately 145 km (90 miles) north of Rosario.
Advice
Exercise caution near the demonstration. Heed the directives of authorities. Plan for localized business and transport disruptions and allow additional time to reach destinations.
