{"id":165620,"date":"2025-08-27T05:46:33","date_gmt":"2025-08-27T05:46:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/sena-unions-are-announcing-a-24-hour-national-strike-this-wednesday-august-27\/"},"modified":"2025-08-27T05:46:35","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T05:46:35","slug":"sena-unions-are-announcing-a-24-hour-national-strike-this-wednesday-august-27","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/sena-unions-are-announcing-a-24-hour-national-strike-this-wednesday-august-27\/","title":{"rendered":"SENA unions are announcing a 24-hour national strike this Wednesday, August 27."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>SENA Workers Face 24-Hour National Strike: A Call for Labor Rights and Institutional Change<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>On August 27, 2025, the <strong>National Learning Service<\/strong> (SENA) is set to undergo a <strong>24-hour national strike<\/strong>. This action has been convened by various trade unions, primarily led by <strong>Sindesena<\/strong>, in response to growing concerns about the <strong>protection of labor rights<\/strong> and the overall <strong>internal situation<\/strong> within the institution. The strike will be observed across major cities in Colombia, featuring both in-person demonstrations and digital activism.<\/p>\n<h3>Uniting for Change<\/h3>\n<p>The rallying cry from the unions is clear: &#8220;Change did arrive in this government, but not in SENA.&#8221; This slogan highlights the frustration felt by course instructors, trainers, and apprentices under the SENA umbrella. The ongoing issues with the training system and the working conditions faced by the educational community demand immediate attention. <\/p>\n<p>To join the protest and get real-time updates, SENA stakeholders are encouraged to follow the events on <strong>Facebook<\/strong> and the <strong>WhatsApp Channel<\/strong> dedicated to this cause.<\/p>\n<h3>Central Issues of the Strike<\/h3>\n<p>According to the materials disseminated by <strong>Sindesena<\/strong>, this strike aims to address several key grievances impacting the SENA community:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Lack of Structural Solutions<\/strong>: Many ongoing issues have been presented to the administration without receiving satisfactory responses.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Personnel Movement Guide<\/strong>: This guide, which governs transfers and relocations, mandates a minimum of three years of service for workers to access these processes, effectively excluding those in urgent need of such changes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Delays in Directors Contest<\/strong>: The postponement of a management contest since 2023 has led to a situation where provisional administrators may be engaging in practices that could hinder institutional development.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Failure to Comply with Union Guarantees<\/strong>: Many previously signed agreements from 2015, 2018, 2021, and 2024 have not been upheld, leading to a breakdown in trust between workers and management.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Call for Solidarity<\/h3>\n<p>The announcement stresses the need for real solutions to resolve the institutional challenges faced by SENA. Workers and apprentices are invited to come together, leveraging the strength of collective mobilization. As stated, \u201c<strong>Mobilization is our strength<\/strong>.\u201d <\/p>\n<p>SINDESENA has also outlined specific actions intended to amplify the impact of the protest, which include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Active Participation<\/strong>: Union committees and sub-directives are mobilizing to lead localized activities during the strike day.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Pedagogical Assemblies<\/strong>: These meetings aim to engage with the most affected groups while raising awareness about the current plight.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Digital Activism<\/strong>: Social media campaigns will be a crucial aspect of the protest, promoting key messages and disseminating information.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>A History of Unresolved Issues<\/h3>\n<p>The reasons for this strike are grounded in numerous grievances that Sindesena has voiced over the years. Notably, the management contest\u2019s delay since 2023 has reportedly caused financial repercussions amounting to $1.5 billion. Additionally, accusations of <strong>inadequate treatment<\/strong> and <strong>non-compliance<\/strong> with past agreements continue to plague SENA.<\/p>\n<p>Key complaints include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Inhumane Treatment<\/strong>: The internal guide regarding relocations has led to unbearable conditions for many staff members.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Obstacles for the National Personnel Commission<\/strong>: Many unions claim there is a lack of guarantees for their operations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Evaluative Irregularities<\/strong>: There have been allegations of unjust zero ratings in interviews, seemingly designed to favor other candidates.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Lack of Political Will<\/strong>: Workers express frustration over what they describe as a disregard from management for resolving systemic issues.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>The Importance of SENA<\/h3>\n<p>SENA has traditionally been regarded as a cornerstone of <strong>technical and technological education<\/strong> in Colombia. As such, the failures and concerns impacting its staff and apprentices are not simply internal matters; they have broader implications for the quality of education provided across the country.<\/p>\n<p>The unions argue that after years of complaints and ineffective negotiations, it is imperative to foster accountability. They have labeled this strike as a necessary defense of both the <strong>institutionality<\/strong> of SENA and the <strong>rights<\/strong> of those operating within its framework.<\/p>\n<h3>Moving Forward<\/h3>\n<p>As the strike approaches, Sindesena encourages all workers and apprentices to stay informed and participate actively. The essence of the movement embodies not just a fight for better conditions but a commitment to the fundamental values of education and collective effort. This national strike may well serve as a pivotal moment for SENA, catalyzing the change it desperately needs. <\/p>\n<p>With their message echoing loud and clear: \u201cOn August 27, workers and apprentices of SENA join a <strong>24-hour national strike<\/strong> to demand real solutions, respect for union guarantees, and decent conditions for the educational community.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News &#8211; 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SENA Workers Face 24-Hour National Strike: A Call for Labor Rights and Institutional Change On August 27, 2025, the National Learning Service (SENA) is set to undergo a 24-hour national strike. 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