Our Turn to Make a Move

Seraphina honoring women in the trades….

Empowering women to pursue careers in skilled trades is crucial for fostering diversity and equality in the workforce. Here are some ideas to encourage and support women in skilled trade careers:

Education and Outreach:

1. Establish outreach programs in schools to educate young girls about the opportunities in skilled trades. Provide information on apprenticeships, vocational training, and the diverse range of trades available.
2. Collaborate with educational institutions and industry partners to create scholarship programs or workshops encouraging women to enter traditionally male-dominated fields.

Mentorship and Networking:

1. Develop mentorship programs that pair experienced women in skilled trades with those who are just starting out. This provides guidance, support, and a sense of community.
2. Facilitate networking events and forums where women in skilled trades can connect, share experiences, and build a professional support network. Visibility of successful women in these roles can be inspiring for others.

Providing Inclusive Work Environments:

1. Encourage companies in the skilled trades to create inclusive policies and practices that support diversity. This includes addressing any gender bias in hiring, promoting, and retaining talent.
2. Provide training for managers and colleagues to create awareness about unconscious bias and promote a workplace culture that is respectful and supportive of diversity.

Skills Development and Training Opportunities:

1. Work with industry partners to create training programs specifically designed for women entering skilled trades. This can include both technical skills and soft skills needed for success in these roles.
2. Advocate for equal access to apprenticeships and on-the-job training opportunities, ensuring that women have the same chances for hands-on experience and skill development as their male counterparts.

Highlighting Success Stories:

1. Share success stories of women who have excelled in skilled trades. This can be done through media campaigns, social media, and industry events to showcase the achievements of women in traditionally male-dominated fields.
2. Create platforms where women can share their experiences, challenges, and advice, helping to inspire others and break down stereotypes about gender roles in these professions.

Seraphina Safety Apparel is excited to launch our Can You See Us Now campaign in 2024 to increase awareness to the number of women in the trades and their need for access to appropriate safety apparel that fits.

Want to get involved? The campaign will feature self-made videos sent in by women in the trades sharing who they are, what they do, and what they love about it. For more information on how to participate, send us an email to info@seraphinasafety.com.

2024 is Our Turn to Make a Move