Women In Construction Student Outreach

Description

Women in Construction Student Outreach Event

AGC Houston’s Women in Construction (WIC) Committee is proud to partner with the Houston Pearls Foundation, which supports teenage girls in the foster care system ages 14 to 18, and Preparation for Adult Living (PALs) for an evening of mentorship and inspiration on Thursday, November 13, from 6:00 – 8:15 PM, at 802 Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77007 (The Coffee House at West End).

This special outreach event is designed to inspire and educate young girls about the exciting and diverse career opportunities within the construction industry. Through conversation and connection, WIC members will share their own experiences, highlight the wide range of roles available, and demonstrate how people from all backgrounds can find success in construction.

During the event, members will be seated at tables with guided discussion topics and simple hands-on activities designed to spark meaningful conversations. Each attendee will lead one of these discussion topics and can select their preferred topic/activity during registration.

Discussion Topics and Activities Include:

1. Making a basic budget
2. Creating a vision board
3. Understanding architectural drawings
4. Identifying safety and quality issues
5. Building blocks based on a drawing

Event Goals:

• Engage and inspire a younger generation of girls to explore careers in construction
• Showcase the variety of jobs and career paths across the industry
• Share the unique stories and backgrounds that lead to success in construction

Details:

• Registration is open to 35 WIC members
• Registration fee: $35 (covers the girls’ food for the evening)
• Attendees are encouraged to bring swag items such as cups, tumblers, or shirts (at least 75 of each) to share with the students

Join us in shaping the future of construction by inspiring the next generation of women leaders in our industry!