Conflict on the rise

According to SIAU, these figures reflect "an unsustainable situation that has been dragging on for years," and that teachers suffer "contempt, institutional neglect, and constant attacks, without any effective measures being implemented to guarantee their safety and well-being in schools." This increase in aggression coincides with a context of growing conflict in classrooms. A recent survey by STEI reveals that more than 75% of teachers in the Balearic Islands report an increase in tensions and conflicts between students and families, with a rise in verbal and physical aggression and a widespread perception of a lack of institutional support. Teachers point to high student-teacher ratios, excessive bureaucracy, and a lack of material and human resources as key factors, in addition to the excessive workload that affects work-life balance and emotional well-being. Therefore, SIAU demands "urgent and decisive measures aimed at empowering and dignifying the teaching profession, as well as effective protocols for prevention, protection, and support in the face of any type of aggression." The union concludes: "The safety and health of teachers can no longer be ignored by the Ministry of Education. Without protected teachers, there is no quality education."

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