With the conclusion of the 2026 baccalaureate examination session, the National Union of Education and Training Personnel (UNPEF) is pushing socioprofessional grievances back to the forefront of the sector. Meeting for a regular session in Algiers, the union’s national executive board advocated for the swift resolution of several key issues, which it considers top priorities for school system employees.
In an official statement released following its June 8 meeting, the labor organization reaffirmed its commitment to seeing the public authorities honor their pledges toward National Education staff.
Chief among the issues raised is the publication of amendments to the special statute governing National Education corps. UNPEF emphasizes the critical need for a prompt issuance of these modifications to guarantee greater equity in grading, integration, and promotion procedures for all workers within the sector.
The labor group views this legislative overhaul as a fundamental expectation among education workers, given that it is intended to rectify numerous career discrepancies and boost advancement opportunities across all employment brackets.
Furthermore, the organization requested a revision of the enforcement mechanisms of Article 63 under Executive Decree No. 25-54, as outlined in the inter-ministerial directive from April 23, 2026.
According to UNPEF, specific clauses have negatively impacted a portion of the affected workforce. Consequently, the union demands remedial measures that would allow disadvantaged workers to participate in various professional examinations under fair conditions.
The organization also maintained that the Ministry of Labor, Employment, and Social Security must uphold the agreements made with social partners during the January 26 assembly held at the Ministry of National Education.
UNPEF notes that several matters remain unresolved and urges the relevant administrative bodies to speed up their deliberations to prevent fresh unrest within the schooling system.
Within its press release, the union also felt compelled to address recent rumors regarding the alleged promotion of the Minister of National Education’s candidacy for upcoming legislative elections during a gathering at the ministry headquarters.
UNPEF flatly dismissed these claims, asserting that the meeting was strictly confined to traditional holiday greetings and professional courtesy, carrying absolutely no political or electoral weight.
As the academic year draws to a close, the union urges state authorities to expedite the resolution of outstanding problems. UNPEF cautions that any additional foot-dragging in addressing these stated grievances risks fueling discontent among education staff and jeopardizing stability throughout the sector.