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Representation Matters in Construction: New Media Library Amplifies Industry Diversity 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In 2019 and 2020, the annual workforce survey by AGC and Autodesk uncovered that 80% of contractors say they are unable to find skilled workers. Their research found that only 43% of people who feel they have been discriminated against believe they have been well-represented in the media. Talent Shortage .

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Fifteen years ago, we were at about 3%; 2020: 4%.” . Women are underrepresented in the construction industry, and they have been for a long time. According to Commonwealth Magazine , “in 1989, women made up somewhere between 2% and 3% of the national construction workforce. Today, women represent approximately 11% of the U.S.

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Women in Construction: Navigating a Male-Dominated Industry

Fieldwire

Initiatives focused on diversity, equity and inclusion have helped change the perception of women’s contribution to the industry, however, they are still underrepresented. Data from national statistical offices in Germany, Spain, Italy, Belgium and Portugal show that women made up around 9% of the construction workers in Europe in 2020.