Educators and parents are preparing for nationwide protests across Greece, with major demonstrations scheduled for Athens and Thessaloniki on Friday, December 5. The Federation of Primary School Teachers of Greece (DOE) has announced a two-hour work stoppage to facilitate participation, from 12:25 PM to 2:00 PM for morning shifts and from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM for all-day schools.
Key Demands and Mobilization Details
The protests aim to address critical issues within the Greek education system. Among the primary demands are:
- Filling vacant teaching positions.
- Financial upgrading and better salaries for educators.
- Ensuring complete and safe infrastructure in schools.
The DOE has called for a united front, urging other educational federations, including OLME, POSEEPEA, and OIELE, as well as parent associations, workers, and their unions, to join the common struggle.
Protest Locations and Times:
- Athens: The mobilization will take place at the Ministry of Education and Religious Affairs (Y.PAI.TH.A.) on Friday, December 5, at 1:00 PM.
- Thessaloniki: Protesters will gather at the Statue of Venizelos on Friday, December 5, at 1:30 PM.
These protests reflect a growing dissatisfaction among educators and parents regarding the current state of public education, highlighting the urgent need for governmental action to improve working conditions, ensure fair compensation, and provide adequate and safe learning environments for students.
The announcement from the DOE underscores the collective effort to bring about meaningful change and secure a better future for the educational community in Greece.
Source: ertnews.gr
