Understanding the Mental Health Challenges Faced by Construction Workers
Construction workers play a crucial role in building our communities and infrastructure, but the job can come with significant mental health challenges. Long hours, physically demanding work, and high-pressure deadlines are just a few of the stressors that construction workers face on a daily basis. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the mental […]
The Importance of Mental Health in the Skilled Trades
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it’s a crucial time to recognize the importance of mental health in the skilled trades. The skilled trades are physically demanding jobs that can be stressful and challenging, and it’s essential to prioritize the mental health of workers in these fields. In this blog post, we will explore […]
How to Recruit More Women into Skilled Trades
The skilled trades have traditionally been male-dominated industries, but there is a growing need for more women to enter these fields. Women bring valuable skills and perspectives to the trades, and their participation is necessary to meet the growing demand for skilled workers. However, recruiting women into the trades can be challenging. This blog post […]
The Future of Women in the Trades: Challenges and Opportunities
The trades have historically been male-dominated fields, with women making up only a small percentage of workers. However, there has been a growing movement to encourage more women to pursue careers in the trades, and with good reason. The trades offer a range of high-paying, rewarding careers, and the demand for skilled workers is only […]
Supporting Women in Skilled Trades: Resources and Organizations to Know
Women have historically been underrepresented in the skilled trades industry, but there are many organizations and resources available to support women in these fields. Whether you’re just starting your career in the skilled trades or you’re looking for ways to advance your skills and knowledge, these resources can help you achieve your goals. By taking […]
West Virginia Women Work Is Named a Stanley Black & Decker Makers Grant Recipient
The Global Impact Challenge will reskill more than 200,000 makers and trade professionals in 2023 February 2023, Morgantown, WV – Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) announced the recipients of itssecond Global Impact Challenge. West Virginia Women Work is honored to have been named as a Makers Grant Recipient for our efforts to help women […]
Women in Skilled Trades: Breaking Down Barriers
The skilled trades, including electrical, plumbing, and carpentry, have long been considered a “man’s world.” However, women have been making significant strides in these fields in recent years. Despite facing challenges, they are proving that they are more than capable of doing the work and succeeding in these traditionally male-dominated industries. One of the biggest […]
Tips for Physically Preparing for a Career in Skilled Trades as a Woman
When it comes to preparing for skilled trades work, it’s important to be in good physical shape. This can help you to handle the demands of the job, stay safe, and avoid injury. If you’re a woman considering a career in the skilled trades, here are some steps you can take to get your body […]
Tips for Women Wanting to Enter Into the Skilled Trades
The skilled trades are a vital part of our economy, and they offer a wide range of exciting and rewarding career opportunities. However, women are often underrepresented in these fields, and many may feel unsure about how to break into this male-dominated industry. If you’re a woman interested in pursuing a career in the skilled […]
Exploring the Benefits of a Career as a Union Plumber
A career as a union plumber can be a rewarding and fulfilling choice for those interested in working with their hands and solving problems. Union plumbers are skilled tradespeople who install, maintain, and repair piping systems that transport water, gas, and waste in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. One of the benefits of being a […]
