Revealing the Hidden Barriers: Microaggressions in Construction

The construction industry is renowned for struggling with attracting and retaining women, so, we partnered with the National Association of Women in Construction in Australia to uncover the impact of microaggressions on this. A microaggression is a small act that makes you feel less welcome, less valued or less safe. By itself it might be a little thing, but when we add up all the microaggressions that take place over time, the impact becomes not so little.
With the research revealing that 88% of women have experienced microaggressions in the construction industry, it’s clear that this is a key priority to be addressed in order to foster a more inclusive industry.

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  • Discover how microaggressions show up and are experienced day-to-day
  • Understand the impact on individuals, organisational and industry-wide
  • Explore how to address and prevent microaggressions to contribute to a more inclusive construction industry
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Why does this matter?

  • High employee turnover associated with poor workplace culture leads to substantial financial losses and impairs the industry’s overall efficiency → the sector risks losing out on 50% of the potential talent pool if this culture persists.
  • Homogenous teams lack the benefits of diverse perspectives, resulting in negative impacts on innovation and problem-solving.
  • The first-movers within the industry that make a tangible difference in this space will have an incredible competitive advantage when it comes to hiring and retaining women and diverse talent.
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Who is TDC Global?

We are a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) consultancy that enables organisations to succeed by integrating DEI. We equip our partners – the likes of Adobe, Coca Cola and Indeed – to attract, retain and advance top talent through leveraging generational, cultural and gender diversity.

Rated as a top 10 Asia-Pacific consultancy, we understand the nuances of the region and what it takes to adapt and localise global strategies in order for them to succeed. We work across a variety of sectors but concentrate on those that are historically male-dominated and therefore, where we can make the biggest impact.

Our tailored solutions integrate the pillars of DEI with organisational strategy to ensure long-term and sustainable success.

 

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About NAWIC

The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is an Australian, not-for-profit organisation formed in 1995.

NAWIC is led by a team of passionate employees and volunteers who all strive to help champion and empower women in the construction and related industries to reach their full potential. With Chapters in every state and territory, we are also part of a global network of NAWIC organisations, including those in the United States, New Zealand and Canada.

NAWIC provides a forum for its members to meet and exchange information, ideas and solutions. We also offer our members an opportunity to expand personal and business networks, maintain awareness of industry developments, improve skills and knowledge and make a contribution to other women in the construction industry.

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