In the past year, Iranian teachers have held dozens of rallies to demand their rights along with other Iranians especially workers and government employees, who have protested economic woes, government corruption and lack of political freedom.

Teachers Strike Across Iran in Line With the November Iran Protests

In response to a previous call for a strike, teachers in many parts of Iran went on strike on Monday, December 23. Reports indicate that teachers from the cities of Bushehr, Saqqez, Marivan, and Sanandaj refused to show up in classes and took part in the strike.

Iran News Update