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Equity for All

Our community of tradeswomen, industry allies, and advocates is committed to reshaping the landscape of skilled labor.

Equity for All

Our community of tradeswomen, industry allies, and advocates is committed to reshaping the landscape of skilled labor.

Tradeswomen Connect 2025

Extending the Tradeswomen Build Nations Experience

Chicago Women in Trades joined thousands of tradeswomen from across North America for a powerful weekend of connection, learning, and celebration during the Tradeswomen Build Nations conference, September 19-21, 2025.

Build Something

A woman welding.

Learn a Trade

From training through job placement, we empower women to overcome barriers so they can thrive in male-dominated careers. 

The Time is Now

The Time is Now

We’re not just training tradeswomen; we’re transforming the industry by working with government agencies, unions, and employers to create fairer rules and practices that open doors and level the playing field for women in the trades.

4.3%

Percentage of women in the construction workforce in the U.S.

1 in 4

Tradeswomen experience near-constant sexual harassment on the job

$1.3M

Lifetime earnings lost by each apprentice who leaves the trades

Welcoming Workplaces

We develop resources for industry partners to create more welcoming, equitable, and safe work environments for all.

News & Press

News & Press

Chicago Women in Trades co-founder and longtime advocate steps down as strategic advisor
Legal guidance on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs
A new study shows the positive impact of pre-apprenticeship programs
Laura Doligosa is building both structures and her reputation as one of the few Filipino Americans in her local

Let’s Break the Concrete Floor.


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