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Burrington Estates celebrates International Women’s Day
March 8 marks the 47th year of International Women’s Day. Katie Wells, Michelle Mitchell, and Natalie Tucker from Burrington Estates explain what needs to be done to encourage more women into a male-dominated sector.
International Women’s Day: Diversity in the planning industry
With International Women’s Day firmly here, Emma Walker, associate director at Turley and chair of the RTPI Northern Ireland Executive Committee, shares her advice for women considering a career in planning.
International Women’s Day: Influencing change
The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is Press for Progress. Nicola Dibb, executive director and founder of Women in Social Housing (WISH) explains why this message is so important for influencing change in the housing and construction sectors
International Women’s Day: Change needed in the housing sector
With only a day to go before International Women’s Day (8 March), Nicola Dibb executive director and founder of WISH shares her thoughts on the importance of highlighting gender disparity
International Women’s Day: More emphasis needed on careers in surveying
As we approach this year’s International Women’s Day, graduate surveyor Charlotte Williams urges schools to do more to make young women aware of surveying as a career
International Women’s Day: BSRIA asks are we doing enough to inspire...
As International Women’s Day approaches (8 March) Julia Evans, Chief Executive at BSRIA asks: are we doing enough to nurture and inspire the excellence of female engineers – both into the construction industry and beyond the ‘glass ceiling’?
International Women’s Day: Why we need to nurture construction talent
Charlie Avara, director, All Done, is advocating for female construction talent to be nurtured within the industry as women are a vital cog in the sector, but how can we break the bias?
International Women’s Day: Five things I’ve learnt as a woman working...
As a woman working in construction, Daphne Thissen, Thissen Consulting, is passionate about bridging the gender diversity gap at senior leadership level. Here, she provides an interesting insight into how the industry can help break bias and encourage more women to pursue careers in male-dominated industries.
Women in Engineering Day to focus on ‘Transforming the Future’
The theme of this year’s International Women in Engineering Day 2019 (INWED 2019) is “Transforming the Future,” as figures reveal engineering courses rank in the top 10 for women aged 16-35.
BSRIA backs International Women in Engineering Day
BSRIA is recognising the International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) in an attempt to promote the subject to students in schools and universities and encourage more women into engineering
BSRIA chief executive awarded OBE in queen’s birthday honours list
Julia Evans, BSRIA’s Chief Executive has been awarded an OBE in the Queen’s birthday honours
Persimmon Homes to recruit 50 female construction apprentices
Persimmon Homes mark International Women’s Day with the launch of its Target 50 initiative, which will recruit 50 female construction apprentices across the country.
Why Women in Planning launched a Mentoring Scheme
Women in Planning marked International Women’s Day with the launch of its new Mentoring Scheme. Jessica Herrity of Aspbury Planning, chair of Women in Planning East Midlands, and Emma Cartledge-Taylor of Shoosmiths, chair of Women in Planning West Midlands, discuss why the scheme is needed and the overwhelming response from the industry.
Women in Planning launches mentoring scheme
Women in Planning is today (8 March 2021) launching a mentoring scheme to coincide with International Women’s Day.
BESA renews calls for diversity in construction and engineering
In light of International Women’s Day, the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has called on the government to create a strategy for diversity in the construction.
More encouragement needed for women in the property sector
As it's International Women’s Day today Katy Jordan, Storey Homes’ Managing Director, explains what it’s like, as a woman, to have a career in the housebuilding industry.
First female principal & CEO appointed at Leeds College of Building
Nikki Davis has been made the first female principal & CEO of Leeds College of Building in its 60-year history.
RICS announces 2021 Young Surveyor of the Year
Mirona Tomala has been crowned the ‘UK Young Surveyor of the Year’ at the RICS Matrics Young Surveyor of the Year Awards, which recognise the most inspiring and influential surveyors in the UK.
Mace and Amey bosses chair campaign to tackle construction gender inequality
Mace’s Mandy Willis and Amey’s Amanda Fisher have been appointed co-chairs of the REbuild Project to tackle gender inequality in the construction industry.
Buildots outlines the importance of inclusivity and equality
Buildots caught up with their head of customer success, Sophie Morris to talk about why she loves construction and the importance of inclusivity and equality.
Female electrical apprenticeships on the rise
A group of industry bodies have welcomed the rise in female electrical apprenticeships, but say more should be done to encourage other young women into the industry.
Female planners face sexism in the workplace, new study finds
The majority of women working in town planning face barriers climbing the professional ladder because of their gender, according to the Women and Planning study.
Wates announces partnership to drive equality in the construction industry
Wates Group has announced a new three-year partnership with Young Women’s Trust to support and inspire more women to take up careers in construction.
Students gain work experience with Morgan Sindall
Leeds College of Building students have been gaining work experience perfecting their craft after helping develop a ‘new concept’ Motorway Service Area.
Apprenticeships work for women event celebrates female apprentices
An ‘apprenticeships work for women’ event held today (8 March) highlighted and celebrated the positive impact of female apprentices in workplaces across the UK
North West Women in Planning hosts second event
The North West division of the Women in Planning Network, aimed at supporting and empowering women working in the planning industry, is hosting its second event, ‘Plan your Career’, in Manchester