Today, Saturday, October 5, is World Teachers’ Day. This day was established in 1994 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the International Labour Organization (ILO). The purpose of this day is to “value teachers, appreciate them, and address their challenges globally.” In Iran, Teacher’s Day […]

Mohammad Habibi, a former political prisoner and spokesperson for the Iranian Teachers’ Union, announced in a social media post that newly hired teachers have been dismissed due to their Instagram posts. According to Kolbarnews, Mohammad Habibi revealed that many newly employed teachers, referred to as “new teachers,” have been dismissed […]

Somayeh Akhtarshomar, a teacher at a school in Marivan, has been dismissed from her job by the Kurdistan Province Employees’ Administrative Offenses Disciplinary Board. According to Kolbarnews, citing the Coordinating Council of Iranian Teachers’ Trade Associations, the Marivan Education Department, in a letter dated January 13, 2023, accused Ms. Akhtarshomar […]

In Iran, ceremonies are held every year on the 12th of Ordibehesht (April/May) to commemorate Teacher’s Day. This year, since International Workers’ Day fell on Wednesday, the Coordination Council of Iranian Educators’ Associations chose Thursday, May 2, 2024, for commemorating Teacher’s Day and holding its ceremonies. Teacher’s Day in Iran […]