Lithuanian Aurimas Mockus activated emergency beacon late on Friday. Follow today’s latest updates liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe government has announced 10 projects that will receive a share of $45m to increase the female workforce in trade industries.The funding, through the Building Women’s Careers Program, will go to projects including the ‘Give her a Chance’ program run by Master Builders Australia, to tackle bias in construction through education campaigns, mentoring and networking.We are taking the important first steps to introduce new pathways for women to enter traditionally male-dominated industries and make industry workplaces safer and more equitable.These projects are tackling the structural and cultural barriers that often stop women from considering careers in these industries head on. Continue reading…
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Author : Emily Wind
Publish date : 2025-03-02 20:24:00
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