The Connection
October 10, 2025
 
Association News

  • NAWIC is reviewing its data policies and practices, and some previously accessible information may be unavailable until that review has been completed. We appreciate your patience as we work to retool the membership directory and enhance the member experience.
  • To further support member privacy and document compliance within our Federation, updated privacy disclosure has been added to the online membership application. The paper application is currently being redesigned to include this field.
  • Additionally, it’s been brought to our attention that there are inconsistencies in our renewal messaging, with some members receiving only one renewal reminder email and others receiving three. The NAWIC office is working with our association management system provider to address these issues.
Check out the newest edition of our magazine, NAWIC Today! Inside, you'll find a detailed account of the Annual Conference with articles, photos, award winner announcements, and an exclusive Q&A with Rita Brown, the 25-26 Board President. Scan the QR code or click on the cover image to access the Fall issue.
 
We’re excited to announce the new WIC Week® website! Bookmark wicweek.org and visit it often for new content, marketing assets, and an interactive calendar featuring inspiring stories from NAWIC members and national WIC Week® events that will take place that week across the country, and exciting sponsorship opportunities designed to showcase your organization’s commitment to advancing women in the industry.  
 
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Industry Update
In Arizona, Kate Glantz is seeking to get more women into the construction workforce through an unusual method: a glossy magazine. The co-founder of the media and lifestyle brand Move Over Bob has sought to educate more women about their opportunities to pursue a career in the trades.
Source: Construction Dive
Although the construction industry continues to face a shortage of skilled labor, the portion of women in construction is growing. In 2024, women represented 11.2% of the construction workforce, the highest share in two decades.
Source: National Association of Home Builders
Colorado needs more construction workers. There are just not enough people joining the industry to replace those who are retiring. 
 
In an industry that has historically been dominated by men, one group is on a mission to get young women interested. 
Source: CPR News