Dominican Republic: Teachers protest near Ministry of Education in downtown Santo Domingo April 23

Teachers are protesting near the Ministry of Education, located on Avenida Maximo Gomez in Santo Domingo on April 23. The purpose of the action is to demand improved salaries and work conditions. Transport disruptions have been reported in the area.

Authorities will likely maintain a heightened security presence as a precaution. Clashes between security forces and protesters are not likely but cannot be ruled out.