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We All Have A Role to Play in Bridging the Digital Divide

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The divide between the “haves” and “have nots” of technology (access, tools, and training) wasn’t new, but the contrast was suddenly stark when education, healthcare, and jobs quickly moved online. Many cultures don’t allow women access to education; they’re certainly not accessing all the tools and content available online.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Maggie Farrell, Diversity & HR Manager at S. M. Wilson & Co.

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For these reasons (and so much more), construction businesses must focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and ensure that every employee feels included and represented. Our areas of expertise are education, retail, healthcare, and commercial projects. Maggie Farrell , Diversity & HR Manager at S. Wilson & Co.

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NAHB Chairman Jerry Konter: Reflecting on 2022, Looking Ahead to 2023

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coming together for the first time in two years to experience the latest in building products, techniques, and educational sessions. A key effort was implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the industry to broaden the workforce. We began the year with the International Builders’ Show in Orlando, Fla.,

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Breaking Down Perceptions in the Construction Industry

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In this article, we explore how construction professionals, educators, skilled trade professionals, and innovators are helping to change perspectives of the industry. The 2020 outlook report from the Association of General Contractors of America found that 81% of contractors are finding it difficult to fill positions. .

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Cool roofs 101: Planning and specification considerations

Construction Specifier

The effects of heat have negative outcomes for health and well-being, social equity, energy use and peak demand, resilience of health, transportation and electrical infrastructure, crime, education, and productivity. Rising temperatures are quickly becoming a key challenge for cities and urbanized areas. percent by 2100.

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“Once-in-a-Generation” Opportunity for Women in Construction: Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is a “once-in-a-generation” investment in America’s national infrastructure. With this plan, the goal is to rebuild many of the bridges, rails, and roads throughout the country to improve the overall infrastructure across America.

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We Analyzed 600+ Construction Job Listings for Gender Bias: What We Found Surprised Us

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Autodesk also recently launched the Construction Diversity Image Library to increase representation of industry diversity. Unconscious bias education, hiring best-practices and cultural agility” are of chief importance. Build a better mouse-trap,” said Tripp. “In

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