Coordinating Council of Teachers' Trade Unions of Iran
Teachers' union organization
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View Timeline →‘Roya’: A Clandestinely Shot Film on a Teacher's Imprisonment in Iran Highlights Resistance
The film 'Roya,' directed by Mahnaz Mohammadi, tells the story of a teacher imprisoned in Iran for her beliefs, marking Mohammadi's return to the cinema…
Protesters Clash with Police Over Proposed Labor Rights Restrictions in Argentina
Protesters in Buenos Aires clashed with police as trade unions and supporters opposed proposed restrictions on labor rights, particularly the right to strike. This situation…
Corporal Punishment of a Student in Rafsanjan; Parents' Complaint Leads to 'Forensic Medicine' Involvement
A teacher in Rafsanjan physically punished a student after a verbal altercation, leading to injury and a complaint from the parents. The Education Department is…
Solidarity of Educators with Students on the Occasion of December 7
On December 7, the Coordination Council of Educators' Trade Unions in Iran expressed solidarity with students, emphasizing the fight against oppression and calling for the…
World Federation of Education: Mohammad Habibi and imprisoned labor activists must be released
The World Federation of Education condemned the arrest of Mohammad Habibi, a prominent teachers' rights activist in Iran, and called for his immediate release. Habibi…
Return of Retired Teachers to Schools, Challenges for Educators Continue
The Iranian education system is facing a teacher shortage as the new school year begins, prompting the Ministry of Education to employ retired teachers. Despite…
On the Eve of the New School Year, Education Ministry Seeks to 'Provide Teachers'
As the new school year approaches in Iran, there is a significant shortage of teachers, estimated between 70,000 to 176,000. This crisis is exacerbated by…
Imprisonment of Bahrad Ali-Konari, Protest Rapper; 2 Female Political Prisoners in Evin Denied Medical Care
Bahrad Ali-Konari, a protest rapper, has begun serving a six-month prison sentence for criticizing the government, while two female political prisoners in Evin Prison are…
Reaction of 4 Labor and Professional Organizations in Iran to the Islamic Republic's Attack on Israel: Adventurous and Detrimental to the Poor's Livelihood
Four labor and professional organizations in Iran condemned the Islamic Republic's recent missile and drone attacks on Israel, labeling them as reckless and harmful to…
New Year Message from the Coordination Council of Iranian Teachers' Trade Unions: With Unity and Solidarity, We Will Achieve Liberation and Equality
The Coordination Council of Iranian Teachers' Trade Unions issued a New Year message emphasizing the rights to equality and self-sustained living for all Iranians, highlighting…
Confirmation of Sara Siyahpour's Dismissal; A Teachers' Union: Repression Will Ignite Hidden Anger
Sara Siyahpour, a teacher and union activist, has been dismissed by the Iranian government, which has confirmed her previous prison sentence for political activism. The…
A Teachers' Organization: The Students Killed in Kerman Were Victims of the Educational Propaganda Policies
A teachers' organization in Iran has reported that 23 students were killed in Kerman explosions, claiming they were victims of the Education Department's propaganda policies.…
Thanksgiving Parade in New York; Joe Biden Urges Americans: Be Grateful, Prevent Hostility
The Thanksgiving parade in New York featured iconic characters and performances, with President Joe Biden urging Americans to be grateful and address societal issues. This…
Intensification of Security Atmosphere Against Teachers; At Least 80 Teachers Deprived of Ranking Law
The Iranian government has intensified security measures against teachers, leading to the deprivation of at least 80 teachers from the ranking law due to their…
Continued Pressure on Teacher Union Activists; Atekeh Rajabi Tried Without Reviewing the Indictment
Atekeh Rajabi, a teacher union activist, was tried without being allowed to review her indictment, highlighting the ongoing repression of teachers in Iran. The Coordinating…
Teachers Excluded from Ranking Scheme Write to Ebrahim Raisi, Criticizing Security Approach to Labor Activists
A group of 67 teachers excluded from a ranking scheme wrote to President Ebrahim Raisi demanding action to address their exclusion, attributing it to external…
Continued Detention of Farhad Navaei; 16-Year-Old Student Reportedly Tortured and Forced to Confess
Farhad Navaei, a 16-year-old student, has been detained since November during protests in Iran and is reportedly being tortured to extract a confession. His release…
Criticism from an Iranian Teachers' Organization on the 'Significant Reduction' of Education Budget
The Coordinating Council of Teachers' Trade Unions in Iran criticized the significant reduction of the education budget, warning that this threatens the formation of human…
Thousands of Greeks Protest Against Restrictions on Strike Rights
Thousands of Greeks protested in Athens against government reforms limiting strike rights, coinciding with a parliamentary vote on these changes linked to foreign financial aid.…
Tehran Prosecutor: Selling Clothes with 'Corrupt and Deviant Groups' Symbols is a Crime
Tehran's prosecutor has declared the sale of clothing featuring symbols of corrupt groups a crime, urging police to shut down offending stores. This move highlights…