27 Sep 2023 | 04:32 PM UTC
Greece: Teachers and parents to protest school staffing shortages nationwide Sept. 28
Teachers and parents to protest across Greece Sept. 28. Heightened security, localized transport disruptions likely.
Event
Teachers and parents plan to protest at Education Directorate buildings nationwide on Sept. 28 to denounce school staffing shortages. The Teaching Federation of Greece (DOE) announced a general work stoppage from 13:15-17:00 on Sept. 28 to allow educational staff to participate in the protests. The largest gathering will likely be at the Ministry of Education building in Athens, where demonstrators will gather at 14:00. It is unclear how many protestors will participate.
Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are possible near any demonstrations that occur.
Advice
Avoid all demonstrations as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling near an affected area, particularly the Ministry of Education building in Athens.
