The Coordinadora Nacional de Trabajadores de la Educación (CNTE), a prominent teachers' union in Mexico, has commenced a three-day work stoppage in Mexico City, seeking direct dialogue with federal authorities over unmet demands. They accuse the government of neglecting their concerns regarding education policies and funding. The protest is set against the backdrop of a larger movement pushing for educational reform and attention to grievances that have persisted over time.

On the morning of March 18, the CNTE organized a march starting from the Ángel de la Independencia heading to the Zócalo in downtown Mexico City. In addition to setting up a camp in the Zócalo, the teachers' union has outlined a protest route that will affect major thoroughfares, including Paseo de la Reforma, Avenida Juárez, Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas, and Calle 5 de Mayo. Such mobilizations not only disrupt local traffic but also draw public attention to the issues faced by educators in Mexico.

The camp in the Zócalo is part of a broader strategy by the CNTE to maintain pressure on the government. This action signals an escalation in their protests, hoping to attract media coverage and public support for their cause. As they prepare for a series of demonstrations, the union aims to ensure their demands are heard and addressed, highlighting the ongoing challenges within the educational sector in the country.