Why research on women in construction matters

Research by the International Institute for Women in Construction found that global female participation in construction is 8.69 per cent. ( Michael Cunningham/peopleimages.com/stock.adobe.com)With global participation data in focus, Dr Gretchen Gagel outlines how research informs efforts to increase women’s participation in construction. … The post Why research on women in construction matters appeared first on Inside Construction.

Women in Construction Summit 2026 puts gender diversity in focus

The Women in Construction Summit 2026 will be held in both Sydney (5 to 7 May) and Melbourne (12 to 14 May). ( Quest Events)Ahead of the Women in Construction Summit 2026, Quest Events spoke with Cathryn Greville, CEO of the National Association of … The post Women in Construction Summit 2026 puts gender diversity in focus appeared first on Inside Construction.

Ensuring safer and more inclusive construction workplaces

NAWIC’s ‘Safety in Focus: Building an Industry Free of Sexual Harassment and Gender-Based Violence’ panel participants. (Images: NAWIC)Thirty years strong, the National Association of Women in Construction continues to challenge convention and change culture, creating a fair … The post Ensuring safer and more inclusive construction workplaces appeared first on Inside Construction.

Speakers unveiled for industry’s new retrofit event

With 80 per cent of the buildings that will exist in 2050 already built, retrofitting is essential to achieving decarbonisation goals. The first-ever CN RE:NEW Retrofit in Focus 2025 conference is your chance to hear from and meet key players operating in the area. The… The post Speakers unveiled for industry’s new retrofit event appeared first on Construction News.

Civil construction in focus at Converge 2025

Sustainable civil infrastructure, such as roads and bridges, connects communities and provides the foundations for cities, towns and suburbs. ( KRUTOPIMAGES/stock.adobe.com)Uniting civil construction, Civil Contractors Federation Victoria drives the conversation at Converge 2025. Since 1943, Civil Contractors Federation Victoria (CCF … The post Civil construction in focus at Converge 2025 appeared first on Inside Construction.