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Mission Statement

Shattering limitations by empowering  women to become ambassadors of the trades through the art of construction. We look to propel women forward in the skill set as educated and professional champions of the trades. Built for women by women, empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Why Social Inclusion Matters

We learn better when we see ourselves in the people we learn from.  It is important that our teachers are actively engaged in the process of our students' success.  With female teachers in the classroom, we can further motivate our students to succeed, and as a result, provide greater impact. Where others would falsely believe they are not intelligent and looked down upon, proper representation in our faculty breaks down these stigmas.

Key Factors

11%

Women in the construction workforce. A twenty year high, and still only about one in nine.

BLS/NAHB 2024

4%

Women in on-site trade roles. The share collapses the moment the work moves to the site.

IWPR / NAHB 2024

60%

Of Jamaica's unemployed are women. Though women are only 46 percent of the labour force.

STATIN Oct 2024

417,800

Women outside the labour force. Against 269,700 men, a gap of nearly 150,000. in Jamaica alone.

STATIN Oct 2024

How do we make a difference?

By equipping women with the tools and resources necessary to be successful in construction. Empowering their mindset in every aspect of their lives.                            is about how to learn effectively and with impact.

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