Floating jellyfish picked to represent LGBTQIA+ architects at Pride in London

The Architects’ Journal Floating jellyfish picked to represent LGBTQIA+ architects at Pride in London A computational designer at ZHA and a cross-disciplinary practice founded by two Architectural Association graduates have been chosen to design a float to represent sexual and gender diversity in architecture at Pride in London The post Floating jellyfish picked to represent LGBTQIA+ architects at Pride in London appeared first on The Architects’ Journal Greg Pitcher

Construction’s diversity reckoning: have five years of progress been enough?

Half a decade after Construction News launched its diversity and inclusion award, the judges gather to take stock – and find a sector that has grown up, but is nowhere near done The post Construction’s diversity reckoning: have five years of progress been enough? appeared first on Construction News.

Newman launches real estate consultancy to break down ‘elitist barriers’

The firm has a mission to change the real estate industry's make-up so that teams designing public spaces reflect the diversity of the neighbourhoods they serve. The post Newman launches real estate consultancy to break down ‘elitist barriers’ appeared first on Property Week.

Built for Better: ESG round-up – diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility

Building a more inclusive and accessible industry continues to be a key focus. This round-up highlights progress in improving representation and creating more equitable opportunities across the sector. Building a The post Built for Better: ESG round-up – diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility appeared first on Construction Industry Federation.

Renew boasts ‘record’ turnover as acquisition trend drives diversity

Civils specialist Renew Holdings achieved “record” interim turnover as acquisitions reaped rewards for the contractor. The UK’s 22nd biggest contractor announced a “record” half-year turnover of £589m in the six months to 31 March 2026, up from £569.3m the the first half of its previous… The post Renew boasts ‘record’ turnover as acquisition trend drives diversity appeared first on Construction News.

Big Think - Corporate culture wasn’t built for women. Here’s how to fix that - Tina Brown, 23042020

Women in high-stakes positions are scrutinized far more than men, says Tina Brown, to the point that they feel they have to be ""gold in a silver job"" and be absolute perfectionists to merely keep their position. "I think it's very important that we, as women, don't put ourselves under so much duress that we think that we have to keep on adapting and adjusting all the time. We have to come together as a group, as a lobbying group, to insist that we can thrive as women and also do our jobs"

RICS - Rules of Conduct webinar, 18112021

On 11 October 2021 the RICS published their new Rules of Conduct that will apply from the 2nd February 2022. The RICS panel of experts got together to discuss the new RICS Rules of Conduct, shared their thoughts on them and how they apply to firms, members and APC candidates. (Webinar) attendees were encouraged to ask the panellists questions about the new Rules which were also answered during the session.

Building People fledges the UCEM nest

With strong levels of support coming in from across the sector, both parties are in agreement that now is the time for Building People to fledge the nest and become a separate entity.

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The UK needs to build; there is a shortage of skilled workers and the workforce we have lacks diversity. The Building People solution is a free-to-use ecosystem and platform that aggregates and integrates with industry-wide activity, enabling people to find employers, opportunities and resources, and employers to connect with a more diverse range of talent. Building People is bringing people, organisations, knowledge and opportunities together to address the industry challenges of skills, diversity and social value. #joinin