Members of the Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT), along with students and rights activists, march to Mendiola, Manila on October 5, 2026, for their annual World Teachers’ Day protest, carrying the banner call: “Dagdag Sweldo, Hindi Dagdag Trabaho! Ipa - facebook.com

A coalition of teachers, students, and human rights advocates gathered in Manila to demand fair wages and better working conditions during their annual World Teachers’ Day protest. Under the banner "Dagdag Sweldo, Hindi Dagdag Trabaho!" ("Increase Salaries, Not Workload!"), demonstrators marched to Mendiola, highlighting ongoing concerns over compensation and labor demands in the education sector. The protest underscores broader calls for systemic changes in teacher remuneration and workload policies. Social media links suggest organizers are amplifying their message online for wider public engagement.

Members of the Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT), along with students and rights activists, march to Mendiola, Manila on October 5, 2026, for their annual World Teachers’ Day protest, carrying the banner call: “Dagdag Sweldo, Hindi Dagdag Trabaho! Ipa  facebook.com