The National Coordinator of Education Workers (CNTE) announced a national strike starting June 1 with a protest camp in Mexico City. Teachers aim to pressure the government during the 2026 World Cup to meet demands on salaries and law changes.
The protest camp will begin on Monday, June 1, with a march from the Angel of Independence to the Zocalo. Actions will affect roads such as Paseo de la Reforma, Juarez, Eje Central and 5 de Mayo. Schools with CNTE presence may suspend classes.
Teachers rejected a 9 percent salary increase. They demand the repeal of the 2007 ISSSTE Law and the education reform of Enrique Peña Nieto.
A CNTE member stated: “The national strike, as has been said, will be in the framework of the World Cup. The eyes of the world will be on Mexico City, and we will be there, showing our disagreement and fighting for justice.” Mexico City will host the World Cup opening on June 11.
