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NAHB Chairman's Letter: NAHB Launches Diversity Compact to Expand Opportunities

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Taking Concrete Steps Toward Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. In 2020, NAHB created a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) task force to review and establish best practices and develop policies that better reach communities that have historically been excluded from the trades. . Building the Pipeline for Next-Gen Skilled Labor.

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Surfing the Metaversity: The future of online learning?

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Seul Lee and David Johnson Performing Arts Centers Higher Education School Construction University Buildings Augmented Reality Gamification Virtual Reality The definition of “on campus” is changing. Everyone might be thousands of miles away from each other but is present together in a virtual space.

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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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Digital Builder Ep 55: Sparking a Passion for Construction in Younger Generations 

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On this podcast episode Evan Reilly , Senior Emerging Technology Engineer at Skanska , and Fope Bademosi , Circular Economy and Construction Researcher at Autodesk Research, join us to share what they’re doing to get young people excited about construction.  Evan and Fope have extensive experience teaching and presenting to students.

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Addressing Labor Shortages Through DEI: Overheard in the Big Room  

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DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) programs and practices help build a stronger and more resilient workforce to weather the labor shortage. . Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Definition According to the Pros . My organization has a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment. This is most likely not new news to you.

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Women need to have access to resources, like childcare, vocational training, and apprenticeships, which help them address educational and training needs as well as specific industry needs. . Action needs to be taken to increase the total number of women working in construction. It’s not just up to them, though.

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Autodesk University 2023: Call for Construction Session Proposals 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Each year, the conference explores themes relating to the future of the construction industry and provides excellent educational, professional development, and networking opportunities to attendees. You can talk about transition from technologies like BIM 360 and PlanGrid to Autodesk Construction Cloud and why you did it.