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A Good Bet: Chapters Utilize Grants to Bolster Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Programs

by Rachel E. Pelovitz | Sep 16, 2021
Departments | Diversity | Total Human Health | Workforce

The first four recipients of ABC's Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Committee's matching grant initiative are applying the funding in creative and effective ways.

What to Know Before Recruiting Women in Construction

The business case for diversity in any organization is well-made; in fact, the World Economic Forum, in a 2019 article, describes it as overwhelming. Diversity in the workplace breeds innovation, fosters creativity and centers empathy [...]

Recruiting Women Can Solve the Skilled Workforce Shortage

With workers in high demand, now is the time for more women to join the industry. A recent survey found nearly eight in 10 women in construction love their jobs. Despite these findings, only 10.9% of construction employees are women.

Now Is the Time for More Women to Break Ground in Construction

As construction companies recruit more women who bring new skill sets into the field, now is the time for the industry to take notice and for women to take charge. Here are five areas that can help narrow the gender gap in construction.

Women- and Minority-Owned Construction Firms Prosper From Public-Private Mentor Training Programs

Through local partnerships, AEC companies are changing the narrative and increasing capacity by mentoring companies with the work ethic and desire to grow.

Look to the Past to Recruit for the Future

Recruitment strategies that have helped companies in the past can provide benefits to the next chapter of construction.

New Filing Deadline for EEO-1 Component 1 Data Collection

by Karen Livingston | Jul 12, 2021
Diversity | Legal and Regulatory

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission announced that the 2019 and 2020 EEO-1 Component 1 data collection filing deadline has been extended.

Networks and Committees Cultivate Diverse Company Cultures in Construction

In construction, where women still only make up about 10% of employees, it is important to make sure, now more than ever, that women and Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) employees feel supported by their employers.

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A Good Bet: Chapters Utilize Grants to Bolster Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Programs

What to Know Before Recruiting Women in Construction

Recruiting Women Can Solve the Skilled Workforce Shortage

Now Is the Time for More Women to Break Ground in Construction

Women- and Minority-Owned Construction Firms Prosper From Public-Private Mentor Training Programs

Look to the Past to Recruit for the Future

New Filing Deadline for EEO-1 Component 1 Data Collection

Networks and Committees Cultivate Diverse Company Cultures in Construction

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