Wellington - We Belong - Women Pioneering The Future in Construction

We Belong - Women Pioneering The Future in Construction

Thanks to our event sponsor -  Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO)

Just like our suffrage sisters 131 years ago, many women in construction have been pioneers in the industry, advocating for change and carving a path for others to follow, by encouraging and mentoring women starting out as a student or apprentice, supporting those considering a career in the sector, and cheering on the ones who are leading the way.

Join us, as you are, straight from work, at this event which is about bringing everyone together from across the sector, from the office to the site and everywhere in between, to hear from industry leaders, and to continue to build towards the collective mission of a construction sector that is attractive, exciting and inclusive to work in.

Come along to this year's Suffrage themed We Belong event to:

• Listen to a panel discussion with industry leaders. 
• Connect with other women in construction and be inspired to change the future of construction
• Bring a friend! A great opportunity for non-members to try out a NAWIC event.

We will hear from: renowned architectural historianProf. Deidre Brown (Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Kahu) head of Te Pare School of Architecture and Planning, Beryl Anderson, ONZM, National Council of Women of New Zealand, BCITO Apprentice Antoinette Howard, Director of Choice Commercial and Quantity Surveyor Alice Carmody

Date: Thursday 19 September, 2024

Time: 5.00 - 7.30 - panel from 5.30 to 6.30

Venue: National Library, 70 Molesworth Street 

Tickets: FREE, register today as space is limited.

There will be some light refreshments, great conversations, new and old connections, inspiration, and information about NAWIC and BCITO Apprenticeships.

During the evening guests will also have the chance to view the original Women's Suffrage Petition, housed in the National Library next to Te Tiri o Te Waitangi. The Petition, signed by Kate Sheppard, led to New Zealand becoming the first country in the world where all women gained the right to vote in general elections.  

A bit about Suffrage:

In the General Election held on 28 November 1893, New Zealand women were able to cast their votes for the first time ever!  That right didn’t come easily or without a fight but thanks to the women in the suffrage movement, New Zealand became the first country in the world to give women the vote in 1893. It was a trailblazing victory that would inspire other suffrage campaigns around the world.

Each year on 19 September in New Zealand, we mark Suffrage Day to celebrate and commemorate this milestone, its important legacy, and acknowledge the contributions of the suffragists who fought for this right and the betterment of our society.

This year marks 131 years of Women being able to vote in New Zealand.

Please note: NAWIC is a voluntary organisation, committed to its obligations as a PCBU under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015.   Amongst other things, this requires NAWIC to take all practicable steps to eliminate, isolate or minimize hazards that our event attendees are exposed to. 

Health and safety is a shared responsibility.