National Association of Women In Construction

Core Purpose: To enhance the success of women in the construction industry. Core Values: Belief in ourselves as women. Perseverance We Dare to move into new horizons. Vision: The Association that empowers women to influence the direction of the Construction Industry.

What does NAWIC “really” do? Provide support and means needed (for women in the construction industry) to develop leadership skills through: Professional education & personal growth Become involved with the community Tremendous networking opportunities.

National History Began as “Women in Construction” In 1953 by 16 women in Fort Worth, TX Organized to create a support network Chartered in 1955 & became “National Association of Women in Construction” (NAWIC) Today there are over 3900 members and more than 130 chapters nationwide Since 1996 – International Growth NAWIC – Australia NAWIC – New Zealand NAWIC – South Africa NAWIC – United Kingdom NAWIC – Canada

National Leadership 14-person Board of Directors President President-Elect Vice President Secretary Treasurer Immediate Past President 8 Regional Directors (2 year term)

NAWIC USA has 8 Regions

Membership Active Member-At-Large** Corporate Chapter Associate Chapter Retired Student Chapter Student- At-Large** **Not affiliated with a chapter All levels include National membership. An Active members is one who is employed in the construction industry. A Member-At-Large is not a member of a chapter. A Corporate Chapter member is one whose business owns the membership and can change the member at any time. An Associate member is not involved in the construction industry, has no vote and cannot hold an office. A Retired member is one who is retired, has no vote and cannot hold an office. An International member is for women who live outside the U.S. and are actively employed in the construction industry. A Student Chapter member is someone who is enrolled at an institution of higher education, vocation training program or apprenticeship program and she has no vote and cannot hold office. A Student-At-Large is the same as a Student Chapter member except she does not belong to a chapter. Sponsorship Program – Businesses and Corporations can support NAWIC through our Sponsorship Program. Premier levels combine the Annual Sponsorship and the Convention Sponsorship and include Groundbreaker’s Club, Builder’s Club, Blueprint Club, Hard Hat Club, Toolbox Club and Landscaper’s Club. The Annual Sponsorship includes the Diamond Level, Platinum Level, Gold Level and Silver Level. The Convention Sponsorship includes the Blue Ribbon Level, Red Ribbon Level, Purple Ribbon Level, Green Ribbon Level, Pink Ribbon Level and White Ribbon Level. Please contact Dede Hughes at dedeh@nawic.org for more information.

Why Become a NAWIC Member? Professional Business Educational Opportunities Plus… Unique opportunity to increase our knowledge in the construction industry Share with other women involved in various phases of construction To encourage young people to seek a construction career

PROFESSIONAL Opportunities The Professional benefits available through NAWIC are ENDLESS! Industry Speakers Legislative/legal updates Career/job leads Mentoring Opportunities Education of youth and support through scholarships Connection with women in the industry Technical/product information Community outreach projects Liaison with other industry and professional associations … and more!

BUSINESS Opportunities There are profitable business opportunities through NAWIC Employee Recruitment Marketing/Advertising Opportunities for your company Leadership Skills Access to a national and local resource network Discounts on goods and services

EDUCATIONAL Opportunities Education is highly valued within NAWIC. Opportunities for your educational advancement Include: Professional education programs Leadership development Assistance in planning career path Association magazine online subscription Speakers and seminars at national and regional events NAWIC Education Foundation (NEF) professional certifications

Employee’s “Hidden” Benefits Membership enhances your career! Keep up with what is going on Access to others in the industry Business knowledge Public Speaking—Making business presentations Learning from other professionals in the industry

Employer Benefits Developing and promoting industry values and culture Offering exposure to new skills and technology updates Promoting professional certifications, coaching and mentoring Generating publicity through community service projects Building a strong industry by promoting NEF (NAWIC Education Foundation) K-12 programs to the future work force

Information Resources The NAWIC Image - National bi-monthly online publication Showcases the efforts, causes and issues of the construction industry Newsletters National – “The Connection” Regional – Directors Newsletter Local – Chapter newsletters Online www.nawic.org (our national website) Statistics on women in construction Upcoming events New member services Association News Career Center

Scholarships NAWIC Founders’ Scholarship Foundation Chapter Scholarships: to a college student who is studying within the construction field National Scholarships: Over $4 million awarded to students in college pursuing construction-related studies.

Questions?

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