Mexico City on Alert for Gen Z Protest Coinciding with Revolution Day Parade

Authorities Issue Warning for Gen Z Protest

Mexico City is preparing for a significant demonstration by the 'Generation Z' movement scheduled for Thursday, November 20, 2025. Authorities have issued warnings regarding the planned march, which coincides with the traditional Civic-Military Parade commemorating the 115th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution. The convergence of these two events has raised concerns among officials about potential disruptions and public safety.

Motivations Behind the Mobilization

The 'Generación Z' movement, which describes itself as non-partisan, is organizing this protest as a follow-up to a previous demonstration on November 15, 2025. The protests are largely antigovernmental and stem from a range of grievances. Key demands include:

• Greater popular representation in Congress
• Combating corruption
• Strengthening local security with citizen oversight

A primary catalyst for the recent wave of protests was the assassination of Carlos Manzo, the mayor of Uruapan, Michoacán, in early November 2025, which ignited widespread indignation. Additionally, the movement is demanding the liberation of young people detained during the November 15 protest.

Planned Routes and Logistics

The protest is expected to proceed along two distinct routes in Mexico City:

• One route will commence at 10:00 AM within University City (CU), starting from the mural at the Central Library and concluding at the Rectoría Tower. Organizers have described this as a peaceful, student-organized march intended to remain within the university's 'Islas' area.
• The second, and potentially larger, march is scheduled to begin at 11:00 AM from the Angel of Independence. This contingent plans to advance along Paseo de la Reforma, continue through Avenida Juárez, a segment of Eje Central Lázaro Cárdenas, and finally proceed down Calle 5 de Mayo to culminate at the Plaza de la Constitución (Zócalo). This route mirrors the path taken during the November 15 protest.

The movement has also issued a national call for similar demonstrations in other states and universities across Mexico.

Official Response and Security Measures

In anticipation of the protest, the Secretariat of National Defense (Sedena) announced modifications to the route of the traditional civic-military parade, shortening its trajectory. The parade, which typically extends to Campo Militar Marte, will now proceed from the Zócalo to the Monumento a la Revolución. President Claudia Sheinbaum acknowledged the right to protest but condemned any acts of violence, stating that the government would 'not fall into provocations.' She also suggested that the protest organizers might be financed by 'international right-wing' groups. Clara Brugada, Head of Government of Mexico City, assured the public of a peaceful parade and indicated that preventive measures and protocols were being strengthened. Following the November 15 events, César Cravioto, Secretary of Government of Mexico City, remarked that 'whoever calls for the march, calls for aggression.' Conversely, Alessandra Rojo de la Vega, Mayor of Cuauhtémoc, accused the ruling party, Morena, of criminalizing the Gen Z movement and urged for dialogue.

Previous Incidents and Concerns

The preceding 'Generación Z' protest on November 15, 2025, was marked by clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement. Reports indicated that 20 civilians and over 100 police officers sustained injuries, with approximately 20 individuals detained. During that event, some hooded individuals reportedly engaged in violent acts, including tearing down fences at Palacio Nacional and assaulting police personnel. These incidents underscore the heightened security concerns surrounding today's planned demonstrations.