Gender Diversity and the Fearless Festival
- Nick Hutchinson
- Apr 12, 2023
- 2 min read
By Nick Hutchinson
Gender diversity is an important issue in all industries, but especially trades-based jobs such as building, construction, plumbing, electrical, and manufacturing. Traditionally, these industries have been male-dominated, with women being significantly underrepresented. However, increasing gender diversity in these industries can bring many benefits. Check out the main benefits below:
1. Promotion of creativity and innovation Diverse perspectives and ideas lead to more creativity and problem-solving, ultimately resulting in better outcomes. When teams are composed of people with different backgrounds and experiences, they are more likely to identify and solve problems that may have otherwise been overlooked.
2. Reduction of skill shortages By opening up these industries to women there will be an increase in the pool of skilled workers. This will help to address the shortage of skilled tradespeople, which has been a growing concern in recent years.
3. Workplace equality and fairness Women should have the same opportunities as men to work in any field they choose, and this includes trades-based jobs. Gender diversity can help to eliminate the notion that certain jobs are "men's work" or "women's work," and promote a more inclusive and equal society.
4. Break down unhealthy gender stereotypes By seeing women working in these traditionally male-dominated jobs, young girls and boys will be exposed to different role models and may be encouraged to pursue careers that they might not have considered otherwise.
A great initiative of the Australian Workers Manufacturing Union in Tasmania has been the Fearless Festival – A state-wide event designed to assist young women engage in the opportunities available in trades-based work.
Hutchinson Resources are proud to be partnering with this event as a key sponsor. If you haven’t heard about the Fearless Festival, please click the link below and have a read. Perhaps you can get involved as a sponsor, stall holder or attend the gala dinner?
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