The Connection
May 20, 2025
 
Association News
Join us at the 2025 NAWIC Annual Conference! Regular registration is open through July 7! Connect with industry professionals, attend inspiring sessions, and grow your skills through workshops and networking opportunities.
 
Visit the NAWIC Annual Conference page for details and to register.
 
The submission deadline for the NAWIC National Awards and Impact Awards has been extended to Wednesday, May 29. These awards recognize individuals making a lasting impact in the construction industry through leadership, mentorship, innovation, and service.
 
The NAWIC National Awards are open to members only and include the Future Leader Award, Lifetime Achievement Award, and Member of the Year Award.
 
The Impact Awards are open to both members and non-members and honor individuals advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the industry.
 
Nominate someone who exemplifies NAWIC’s mission and help celebrate the achievements within our community.
 
Click the link below for more information on how to submit an application. 
 
For all membership needs please contact Membership Manager, Sarah Russell, at sarahr@nawic.org and the Membership Coordinator, Michelle Scoggins, at michelles@nawic.org. 
 
The new NAWIC Store is now live!
Shop NAWIC-branded apparel, PPE, exhibitor items, and promotional products all in one place. Whether you're preparing for an event or representing NAWIC on the jobsite, the new store has everything you need.
 
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NAWIC Benefits Spotlight
Click the link below for more information!
 
 
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Industry Update
Nikki Greenberg is an internationally known futurist and innovation strategist who helps companies prepare for tomorrow. She will be a featured speaker at the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Annual Conference taking place August 20-23 in Boston, Massachusetts. The theme of the conference is “Together we rise.” Greenberg recently shared some of the concepts she will be talking about at the conference.
From: Construction Dive
Let’s talk safety in construction—for women. We all know PPE (personal protective equipment) is one of the best ways to heighten safety in the construction industry, and yet so much of the PPE is designed to fit men. It is time for a candid conversation about safety.
From: Connected World
As Women’s History Month draws to a close, San Diego Unified School District’s women in construction continue to shine, with four women receiving recognition from the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) San Diego - Chapter 21 for demonstrating exceptional commitment in the construction industry.
From: San Diego Unified School District
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