The assembly movement has gained significant momentum in the Bages region, operating independently from traditional unions. Laia Codina, a teacher at the Pius Font i Quer institute, emphasizes that their grievances extend beyond wages to include the loss of democratic decision-making within schools and overwhelming administrative tasks.
“"Education cannot be negotiated secretly in an office without taking teachers and professors into account."
A major point of contention is the inclusion decree, which Anna Vilar claims was implemented without sufficient human resources. The lack of specialized support staff leaves teachers struggling to manage diverse classrooms alone, often at the expense of their own mental health and well-being.
