After more than three weeks of protests, blockades, and mobilizations led by the Coordinadora Nacional de Trabajadores de la Educaci\u00f3n (CNTE), a significant breakthrough emerged on June 17 with a formal agreement between federal authorities and union representatives. <\/p>\n
The deal, revealed by Grupo REFORMA through access to a signed memorandum, secures a funding package for Oaxaca\u2019s education system equivalent to the previous school year\u2019s budget\u2014approximately 800 million pesos. This financial commitment aims to address educational needs and reduce longstanding gaps in the state\u2019s schooling infrastructure. <\/p>\n
Key figures who signed the agreement include Mario Delgado, Secretary of Public Education; Salom\u00f3n Jara, Governor of Oaxaca; and Emilio Montero, head of the state education sector. The memorandum also establishes the creation of tripartite working groups to tackle ongoing issues such as: <\/p>\n
– Operation of the educational system
\n– Repair of damages
\n– Justice-related matters
\n– Social security
\n– Administrative demands of teachers <\/p>\n
This development follows earlier statements by Mario Delgado on May 27, when he confirmed ongoing efforts to secure funding for Oaxaca\u2019s educators. <\/p>\n
In response to the agreement, members of CNTE\u2019s Section 22 began dismantling their camps and structures in Mexico City\u2019s Historic Center, marking a visible step toward resolving the conflict. <\/p>\n
While Oaxaca\u2019s case has reached concrete agreements, negotiations continue with other CNTE sections in Guerrero, Mexico City, and Chiapas, reflecting the federal government\u2019s ongoing engagement with diverse regional demands. <\/p>\n
For migrants and Mexican expats following social movements back home, this progress highlights the potential of sustained dialogue and state involvement in addressing educational inequalities\u2014an essential step toward inclusive public services that benefit all communities.<\/p>\n