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It’s an uncomfortable fact that #womenengineers leave the #construction and #engineering sectors at twice the rate of men. To mark the start of #womeninconstructionweek today, I sat down with engineer Lauren Neal, author of #Valuedatwork to find out why - and what #employers across the industry need to do, both to retain more women in the sector and to make the whole industry more #welcoming to everyone. 👉 https://rb.gy/4aeozb

National Engineers Week Founded by NSPE (National Society of Professional Engineers) in 1951, EWeek is dedicated to ensuring a diverse and well-educated future engineering workforce. We asked five of our engineers for their insights, this blog post highlights their learnings – Five Lessons from Women in Engineering: https://brnw.ch/21wH8U8 #WSSCEWeek #STEAM #engineering #nationalengineersweek #engineers

Learn more about SWE’s new Women Engineers in Government Contractor Careers (WEgcc) Affinity Group in this All Together blog post, including their goals and how to join the group. https://lnkd.in/gv9B6Qn6

Skills shortages and the reasons behind them are a subject we talk about regularly on Skilfully Speaking. A lack of accessible opportunities and inclusive workplaces are often a barrier to bridging the gap, but progress is slowly being made. Engineering is one such sector. There are still not enough women choosing engineering as a career. The persistence of the gender gap means the engineering workforce still suffers from a shortfall of skilled, qualified people. @Dame Dawn Childs DBE FREng, a former president of the Women’s Engineering Society, argues in a fascinating article that more needs to be done to enhance the reputation of engineering and highlight its many benefits. Read her thoughts here: https://bit.ly/4dix2EC #SkillsGap #EngineeringforWomen

While women make up more than half of the Canadian population, they only comprise 15% of the engineering profession. This number has risen from 13.5% over the past five years, yet the field remains predominantly male. International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) seeks to address this imbalance by providing a platform for female engineers and encouraging young women to pursue careers in engineering. We spoke with some of our talented female technical staff about their career journeys and how we can inspire more young women to pursue careers in STEAM. Read more on our blog: https://bit.ly/4ccfWYL #EnhancedByEngineering #INWED2024 #WomenInEngineering #CreativeThinkers #WeAreGS#StructuralEngineering #StructuralDesign #GlotmanSimpson

Friday 8th March is International Women’s Day. Engineer a Career believes that it’s the responsibility of those employed in the engineering industry, to promote the career possibilities and opportunities. Engineering needs diversity. Engineering needs creativity. Engineering needs Women in Engineering. Article No.5 Engineering - An Industry for Everyone Friday 8th March #womeninengineering #internationalwomensday2024 #engineeringlife #engineering #youcantbewhatyoucantsee

Engineers Canada has long been working towards increasing the representation of women in engineering and creating more inclusive and equitable workplaces for women. As we strive to continue fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in the profession, it is crucial to address the barriers that hinder women’s participation and advancement in engineering. The Canadian Engineering Qualifications Board’s (CEQB) Guideline for Engineers and Engineering Firms on Workplace Equity for Women serves as a tool to deepen understanding of the challenges women face in the workplace and provides systemic approaches to effectively address those challenges. The guideline includes various key steps in working towards achieving workplace equity for women including: 1. Making evidence-based decisions 2. Actions for equity 3. Moving forward with change 4. Next steps for individuals and for organizations 5. A supplement that embeds women’s lived experiences in engineering in the guideline’s themes To read the guideline and explore quick guides for improving equity in your organization, visit: https://lnkd.in/gkTi3QDm #InternationalWomensDay #womeninengineering

Interesting statistics coming from Ireland around women in Engineering! This RTE article shows that female engineers are currently earning 9.5% more than their male counterparts despite taking up only 10% of applications. They also said that female engineers are twice as likely to be called back for a second interview. Are these the steps engineering firms need to take to encourage more females to apply to roles. Great to see Ireland making a more concerted effort to create a more diverse industry. Metric Geo

💭 Ahead of International Women in Engineering Day tomorrow, Perega Limited’s Eleana Savvidi and Monika Rogers discuss the state of play for female professionals in the structural engineering sector. "There’s no doubt progress has been made, with the number of female engineers in the UK modestly increasing since I entered the profession in 2013, said Savvidi. "However, the devil’s in the details. "While official statistics suggest the percentage of women in engineering is higher than it was years ago, according to Engineering UK, it has fallen from 16.5 per cent in 2022 to 15.7 per cent in 2023. What’s more, the long-term increase doesn’t represent all engineering and certainly doesn’t appear to be the case for civil and structural engineers." Rogers added: "With ongoing planned large infrastructure projects and other planned building schemes straining the already stretched workforce, attracting and retaining more women in engineering will offer a means to tackle the burgeoning skills shortage. If it invests in the futures of talented women, the engineering community will have access to a more diverse and versatile workforce, bringing both numbers and innovation to the sector." Read their piece, as well as our other 'women in engineering week' content, on our website here 👇 https://lnkd.in/epVepFaK #theengineer #INWED24 #WomenInEngineering #WomenInSTEM

Navigating careers in engineering poses unique challenges for women, from breaking stereotypes to combating gender biases. Despite strides in inclusivity, women in engineering often face hurdles due to preconceived notions and unequal opportunities. Overcoming these barriers requires resilience, determination, and a strong support network. It involves proving capabilities in a traditionally male-dominated field and advocating for gender parity in all spheres of engineering. The journey for women in engineering demands not only technical proficiency but also perseverance in a landscape where diversity remains an ongoing battle. How can we collectively work towards fostering a more inclusive environment within the engineering sector, enabling women to thrive and excel in their careers? https://zurl.co/6SqZ