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A New Way to See Us: Tradeswomen's Stories

PostedMarch 24, 2021

CWIT is very pleased to partner with Literature for All of Us to bring you a window into the challenges and victories of women working in the construction trades.

Here to Stay: Black, Latina, and Afro-Latina Women In Construction Trades Apprenticeships and Employment

PostedMarch 23, 2021

The brief amplifies the voices of early-career tradeswomen and underscores the many benefits they gain from working in the construction trades, while also examining the obstacles that can limit their potential to not only remain in the construction trades but also advance in the industry.

Women's Herstory 2021 #choosetochallenge

PostedMarch 23, 2021

This Women's History Month, CWIT Board member and AFLO-CIO Popular Education Community Engagement Coordinator Jocelyn Woodwards was fired up and ready to write this Op-Ed reflecting on the fight for social justice and CWIT's 40-year history of challenging the status quo.

What’s at Stake for Tradeswomen in the 2020 Elections?

PostedOctober 29, 2020InCurrent Events

As we head into the final week before the election we urge tradeswomen to vote - like your health, your job, and a just and equitable economy and country is at stake. Because it is! Our country is in the midst of major crises and this election will decide the course of action taken to address them.

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Celebrating the Union Advantage on Labor Day

PostedOctober 7, 2020InCurrent Events

It’s no secret that Labor Day looks a little different this year. But on a day where we still might enjoy time with our loved ones or go to a socially distanced picnic, let’s not forget the purpose of this holiday—to celebrate the importance and struggles of America’s working people.

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