What is NAWIC

The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is a:
  • not-for-profit organisation formed in 1995 whose mission is to promote and improve the construction industry by the advancement of women within it; and
  • provides a forum for its members to meet and exchange information, ideas and solutions to problems; and
  • offers individual 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.


NAWIC’s Objectives

NAWIC’s objectives are:
  • To unite women actively involved in the various areas of the construction industry for their mutual benefit
  • To promote co-operation, fellowship and a better understanding among members of NAWC
  • To promote education and contribute to the betterment of the construction industry
  • To encourage women to pursue and establish careers in construction
  • To provide members with an awareness of issues relating to the industry


What NAWIC Does

NAWIC provides an extensive range of activities to assist and promote women in the construction industry, through:

Awards programme
Education seminars
Community involvement
Newsletters
Marketing and sponsorship activities
Liaison with major construction related associations
Scholarships
Regular events
Fostering international links

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NAWIC Facts

NAWIC is a not-for-profit company run by a Board of Directors. The Board consists of Directors elected from each chapter’s Board of Management.

The chapters are run on a day to day level by the Chapter Boards of Management. These Boards are elected by the chapter members.

Chapters may form committees dealing with areas such has education, awards, marketing and events. Any member may actively participate in a committee of their choosing.

NAWIC is affiliated with NAWIC in the USA and Canada through an International Affiliate Agreement.

NAWIC was founded in Fort Worth, Texas, United States of America in 1953 and in Australia in 1995 where it is a national organisation.

Who are our Members?

NAWIC is a diverse group of members spanning a broad range of construction related occupations, such as:

Engineers
Architects
Interior Designers
Educators
Tradespeople
Quantity Surveyors
Project Managers
Builders
Suppliers
Subcontractors
Government employees
Developers
Landscape Architects
Building Inspectors
Academics
Students
Solicitors

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