Amazigh Teachers Protest Against Forced Reassignment in Tangier

Professional tensions in the Amazigh education sector in the North

The education system in the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region is experiencing a state of unrest following a surge in protests against what those affected describe as “forced surplus/reassignment” (Tafyid) affecting a number of Amazigh language teachers. This move, taken by the Regional Academy for Education and Training, has sparked widespread dissatisfaction, with teachers arguing that it undermines the professional and social stability of the teaching staff.

Background of the crisis and its impact on the educational process

Observers of the educational landscape in the region point out that sudden decisions regarding redeployment have created significant disruption in the teaching of the Amazigh language. Affected teachers argue that the policy is not based on objective criteria and lacks the necessary coordination with educational stakeholders, threatening the proper implementation of Amazigh language curricula in the institutions involved.

Union positions on forced reassignment

Trade union and civil society organizations have intervened, expressing their total rejection of the method of “forced reassignment,” which requires teachers to relocate to distant areas without regard for their social circumstances. These bodies are demanding a serious and responsible dialogue with the regional education administration to find solutions that respect the interests of both teachers and the educational system, rather than resorting to unilateral decisions.

Legitimate demands of Amazigh teachers

Those affected emphasize that the continuation of this situation will directly impact the quality of education and lead to a decline in interest in learning the Amazigh language. Therefore, they are calling for a review of transfer movements and the establishment of transparent criteria that guarantee the right to psychological and professional stability, stressing that the country’s official language deserves greater attention and better management of the human resources tasked with teaching it.