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Statements 30 April 2025 Educators are among the first targets of tyrants. They also take the lead in the fight for democracy.
On this May Day, Education International stands in solidarity with trade unionists worldwide standing up for democracy, human rights, and social justice.
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News 29 April 2025 Nepal: Brutal attack on teachers sparks global union outrage and solidarity
Nepali police brutally attacked teachers peacefully protesting in Kathmandu, leaving more than 60 educators injured, a clear violation of basic human rights and an unacceptable response to teacher concerns. The incident has drawn strong condemnation and international solidarity from the education union movement, highlighting the urgent need for education reform...
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News 28 April 2025 Japan: Urgent workload relief, staffing, and legal reforms needed to address teacher shortages and burnout
In his address to the national parliament, Japan Teachers’ Union (JTU) President Takashi Kajiwara highlighted the urgent need for comprehensive reforms in the education system to tackle the growing teacher shortage and ensure the well-being of educators.
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News 28 April 2025 Education International Asia-Pacific launches calls for quality climate education for all and demands increased funding for education
Education International Asia-Pacific (EIAP) is organising a series of impactful activities from 28 April to 3 May 2025 in Kathmandu, Nepal calling for quality climate education for all and urging governments to increase public investment in education and teachers.
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Worlds of Education 28 April 2025 Teacher compensation in South Sudan: The human cost of underinvestment
Mading Peter Angong, Sarah Etzel, Whitney Hough, Mary Mendenhall, Kemigisha Richardson, Tiffany Tryon, Malok Mading Wol
Teachers in South Sudan are the foundation of the education system, providing critical support in one of the most challenging environments globally. Despite their indispensable role, they face widespread financial instability, chronic delays in salary payments, and wages that are far below a livable standard. These issues destabilize the education...
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News 25 April 2025 Cape Verde: Teachers demand dignity and recognition on National Teachers' Day
“Teachers transform lives.” In a great celebration of National Teachers' Day, Cape Verdean educators called for improved working conditions, fair pay, and the implementation of the new Career, Functions, and Remuneration Plan (PCFR). The event highlighted the essential role of teachers in building a fairer, more developed, and inclusive society.
Cape Verde: Teachers demand dignity and recognition on National Teachers' Day