We are excited to be partnering once again on the Women in Construction, Engineering & Infrastructure Summit for 2026.

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With the construction sector facing the most acute skills shortages, we are barely touching the full talent pool with only 12.4% women overall, and only 3.4% representation of women in the trades. The challenges that women face – from gender bias and microaggressions to limited career progression – are not isolated issues. They are industry-wide problems that require a broad-scale shift in how the sector operates. 

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At NAWIC, we are focused on supporting and transforming the sector through bold, collective efforts that will help to build the legacy workforce for the decade ahead. That means empowering women at all stages of their careers, equipping organisations to build inclusive workplaces, and engaging male allies and decision-makers to create better workplaces alongside us. Through our initiatives like the Allyship in Action project, parental leave research and toolkit, and microaggressions research, training and resources, we are giving individuals and businesses the tools to be part of the solution. 

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We’re also proud to again contribute 10% of event proceeds to the Tradeswomen Australia Foundation, to further our shared vision of inclusive and sustainable employment pathways for women.  

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For more than three decades, we have advocated, educated, and built a thriving community of women and allies across construction. We invite you to engage fully, share openly, and be part of the culture shift with us. We look forward to seeing you in Brisbane this October. 

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Kind regards,