Nuevo León: Plea for Dialogue

In Monterrey, Nuevo León, teachers gathered at the Government Palace, urging state officials to engage in meaningful discussions to address their concerns. the rising cost of living, notably in the face of extreme heat, was a central issue.

The clothes I bring is old, as (the pension) is enough to eat, but you have to pay light, gas and gasoline to move, how do we do it in Nuevo león with such heat? You have to spend to have air conditioning.

Esther Álvarez, Rural Professor with 15 years of retirement

Chihuahua: Toll Booth Protests and Rail Blockades

In Chihuahua, approximately 600 teachers provided free passage to motorists at the Paso del Norte and Zaragoza international toll booths in Ciudad Juárez. Simultaneously, protests unfolded in the state capital’s Plaza del Ángel, where teachers distributed flyers outlining their demands. In Delicias, educators from Rosales, Julimes, Meoqui, Saucillo, and Camargo continued their blockade of train tracks, initiated the previous monday. The Chihuahua Master’s Defense Group, a dissident faction within Section 8 of the National Union of education Workers (SNTE), organized these actions.

Michoacán: Occupation of government Buildings

In Morelia, Michoacán, members of the National Coordinator of Education Workers (CNTE) reportedly took the Ministry of Finance and at least 22 mayoral offices. Another group has maintained a presence in front of the Government Palace since May 21, establishing makeshift encampments with awnings, campaign houses, and food stalls.

The teachers expressed dissatisfaction with a recent salary increase announced by President Claudia Sheinbaum on May 15, which promised a 9% raise retroactive to January. Thay argue that this increase is insufficient to meet basic needs, stating it only covers a kilo of egg, one kilo of tortillas and a sauce.

Chiapas: Roadblocks and Marches

In Chiapas, approximately 300 teachers from Section 7 of the SNTE, affiliated with the CNTE, blocked the highway connecting San Cristóbal with Tux-Tla Gutiérrez for five hours using two trucks.An additional 200 teachers marched in the state capital.

the cancellation of the meeting between the president and the leadership of the CNTE is a mockery for the people of Mexico. We want him to fulfill his word because the people voted for her and gave her confidence.

Juan Pérez López,Regional Leader in Los Altos de Chiapas

Oaxaca: Rally Against Dialogue Cancellation

Around 1,000 people marched in Oaxaca City,proceeding from the Fuente de las Ocho Regiones to the Zócalo,where they held a rally.Participants voiced their disapproval of the canceled dialogue with sheinbaum Pardo and criticized the government of Salomón Jara Cruz for failing to address demands related to infrastructure improvements, uniform delivery, and technological equipment.

Sonora: Airport Protest

In Sonora, members of the Sonoran trade union movement staged a protest in front of the Hermosillo International Airport, causing traffic disruptions to the air terminal’s access roads.Though, airport operations were not affected. A group of parents also protested the suspension of classes.

Yucatán: Enduring the Heat

In Valladolid, Yucatán, approximately 300 professors from the Regional coordinator of the East of Yucatan, a CNTE subsidiary, marched despite temperatures reaching 104°F (40°C) with a heat index of 122°F (50°C). they affirmed their commitment to continued action until their demands are met.

While the federal authorities do not give solution to their demands, we will not stop actions that legitimize our fight.

in Mérida, members of United High School of Yucatan and unida Base, both affiliated with the CNTE, established encampments on Calle 61, a major thoroughfare leading to the Plaza Grande in the state capital, vowing to remain in place.

Guerrero: Street Blockades and facts Campaign

In Guerrero, professors from the State Coordinator of Education Workers (CETEG) blocked main streets and avenues in the capital. They distributed flyers to passersby, highlighting concerns about private banks managing individual savings accounts with high interest rates that benefit the banks rather than the workers.