Member Benefits

Application: STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION 2026-2027
Deadline: JULY 20, 2026

Winner announced: First week in August 2026

The American Federation of Teachers KY Local 1360 is pleased to announce that we are awarding two (2) $1,000.00 scholarships to members or family of members (see eligibility), applicable to any post-secondary institution. Scholarship awards must be used during the 26/27 academic year and can only be applied toward qualified education expenses per the IRS (e.g., tuition, fees, books, required equipment). 

The criteria needed to be eligible for one of these scholarships are the

Steward Assistance

Members are entitled to information and assistance with professional and legal rights on the job. If you are member of AFT KY 1360 and need help with open records requests, an appeal on personnel issues, third-party arbitration, or if you think that your legal rights have been violated, contact the Executive Director or Union Steward.

Professional Liability Coverage

The AFT provides up to one million dollars in professional liability coverage for each member. If you are sued while performing your job and your employer will not provide legal defense, you’re covered with AFT! 

AFT PLUS is the name of the member benefit programs available to AFT members and their families. Many of the programs are provided through Union Privilege, the benefit arm of the AFL-CIO; others are unique to AFT and are coordinated directly through AFT PLUS. Explore the site and learn more about the savings and services available to you as a union member.

Click here to learn more about AFT PLUS Member Benefits.