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Women in Construction Ireland (WICI), a new consultancy organisation dedicated to empowering women in the construction industry, celebrated its launch on Thursday, 26 September, 2024, at Peggy’s on the Green in Dublin. The event, attended by key figures from across the construction sector, generated significant industry support for WICI’s mission to bridge the industry’s skills gap and foster a more gender-balanced workforce. Women in Construction Ireland WICI will provide tailored programs and resources to support construction companies in attracting, retaining, and empowering female employees. Through these initiatives, WICI aims to create a more inclusive and dynamic industry environment. “The construction industry offers a rewarding and exciting career path for women,” said Joanne White, founder of WICI. An exciting announcement The launch event commenced with a welcome speech made by Joanne and continued with a special announcement detailing WICI’s upcoming initiatives. One of these initiatives includes a new podcast, Women ‘In Construction’, produced by Caoimhe Scully of iProperty Radio and sponsored by Future Cast and Industry 4.0 Skillnet. Joanne will be inviting female construction professionals from across the industry to join in the conversation on 09 November. Join the WICI movement Women in Construction Ireland encourages all construction companies and individuals passionate about building a more inclusive industry to get involved.