Suffolk AME is proud to support our members in their educational journeys by offering four scholarships for the Fall 2025 semester. Applications are open from September 15 to October 15, 2025!
► Applicants must be enrolled in accredited institutions of higher learning, including BOCES, for the Fall 2025 semester.
Essay Topic: The Importance of Workplace Safety: The Role of Unions in Protecting Workers
Workplace safety is a critical concern for employees across all industries. Labor unions have historically played a central role in advocating for safer working conditions and protecting workers from hazards on the job. In your essay, discuss the importance of workplace safety and how labor unions have contributed to improvements in health and safety standards over time. Highlight key union campaigns, legislation influenced by union advocacy, and examples of how these efforts have made a tangible difference for workers. Consider both historical milestones and current challenges unions face in this arena.