Coretta McDonald
Coretta McDonald is an advocate for social justice and a vocal supporter of civil rights. She recently spoke at a rally calling for the release of Melissa Atwell Holder, emphasizing the importance of freedom of expression and the rights of detained individuals.
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Coretta McDonald, President of GTU, expressed the union's willingness to pursue industrial action if concerns are not addressed.
Lack of consultation on teacher promotions could lead to strike, GTU says
Guyana· 2026-02-23Coretta McDonald, a Member of Parliament, stood in solidarity with residents of Sophia during their protest against eviction notices.
Sophia squatters hold protest outside National AssemblyGuyana· 2026-02-06Coretta McDonald, a Member of Parliament and President of the Guyana Teachers’ Union, suffered a fractured ankle after falling in the National Assembly.
Coretta McDonald fractures ankle in Parliament fallGuyana· 2026-02-06
Coretta McDonald stated that bullying has no place in society and has been allowed to fester due to incompetence at the Ministry of Education.
Drastic action needed on bullyingGuyana· 2026-01-30
Coretta McDonald is the Education Minister who announced the introduction of school report cards in Guyana.
The Ministry of Education’s posture on accountability is deeply flawedGuyana· 2026-01-23Coretta McDonald has condemned bullying in schools and violence toward teachers.
Teachers union head flays Ministry for `ineffectual action’ against bullyingGuyana· 2026-01-23Coretta McDonald has condemned the transfer of a teacher from the Beterverwagting Primary School after she spoke out about the pigeon infestation.
GTU condemns transfer of teacher who spoke out about pigeon infestation at BV PrimaryGuyana· 2025-10-18Coretta McDonald has been sent back into Parliament to politicise her role as President of the Teachers’ Union.
Opposition parties and Parliament - Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2025-09-14
Coretta McDonald is one of the others who will enter parliament.
Terrence Campbell to lead APNU parliament teamGuyana· 2025-09-12
Coretta McDonald was elected President of the GTU, continuing her leadership of the union.
Coretta McDonald wins GTU PresidencyGuyana· 2025-06-25
Coretta McDonald, General Secretary of the Guyana Teachers’ Union, voiced concerns over a new recruitment drive by US-based Participate Learning.
McDonald concerned over new teacher recruitment drive by US groupGuyana· 2025-06-22Coretta McDonald stands as the sole candidate for the position of president of the Guyana Teachers Union.
McDonald only nominee for GTU presidency amid internal battleGuyana· 2025-04-21Coretta McDonald has won the right to contest the union’s presidency following a High Court ruling.
Court rules Coretta McDonald can vie for GTU presidencyGuyana· 2025-04-01
Coretta McDonald spoke at the gathering, advocating for the release of Melissa Atwell Holder.
Solidarity meeting held for Melly MelGuyana· 2025-03-19
