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Now that nominations for our 2024 awards have officially closed, we would like to take a moment to express our gratitude and appreciation for all those who have taken the time to put a nomination in for themselves or someone else. We have reached a new record number with 242 submissions, this number has doubled in the last 3 years and the calibre of nominations remains high.
In 2024 this should not be a challenge that women in construction still need to face at any level. As an advocate for women in trades, women's health, periods and mental health, I have been sharing some of what I have observed and experienced onsite throughout my 6 years in construction.
I do this in the hopes that the industry will improve and become more inclusive for future generations of anyone who chooses to work in the industry.
In the spirit of providing some additional encouragement, we reached out to some of our amazing finalists and winners from last year to ask them a few questions about what it meant to them to be nominated, become a finalist and what they would say to others to encourage them to put themselves or someone else forward.
Thanks to all those who opted to share and be part of the cheering squad for this years nominees.
Today’s celebratory blog is about the outgoing Chapter Chair of the thriving Wellington chapter, Helen Moate.
At the recent NZIOB Awards, Helen won the Consultants category, which was sponsored by NAWIC. Incoming Canterbury Chapter Chair, Kirsty Hopewell, was there to present the award on behalf of NAWIC.
On October 18, 2023, NAWIC held its 26th AGM.
Now with over 1,700 members (500 members up from last year) across 9 chapters, it is fair to say the organisation has experienced significant growth.
Highlights from the chapters we belong in construction events 2023
Stacey Mendonça, MNZM, of the National Association of Women in Construction has added to her recognition list for 2023 by winning the Diversity Champion Award at the 2023 Diversity Awards NZ for her work to improve outcomes for women in the construction sector.
The long awaited awards evening took place at the beautiful Te Pae, Christchurch Convention Centre.
With record numbers of entries, the event experienced record numbers of attendance at the celebration. It was a fantastic evening where the support for the finalists was loud and proud.
66 pounamu were blessed and presented to finalists in an exclusive pre awards event and special guest, Miranda Swift, young upcoming Engineer from NSW Australia joined the celebrations to share her inspiring journey.
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