ACT winners of the annual National Association for Women in Construction (NAWIC) Awards for Excellence have been announced.

“This is our 8th Annual Awards ceremony in the ACT and it is with great pride that we see the event grow each year. It is a clear demonstration of the significant value that women bring to the sector and of the commitment that Canberrans have in supporting diversity and equality in the construction industry”, said Lisa Dart, ACT NAWIC chapter president.

“Numbers of women working in the sector are still at troubling levels, and very few women progress to management. Effective mentoring is a critical element in supporting women to make meaningful connections in the workforce and to harness skills and the confidence to aim high.”

NAWIC ACT 2017 AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE WINNERS:

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  CRYSTAL VISION AWARD FOR ADVANCING AND FURTHERING THE INTERESTS OF WOMEN IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY, Catherine Carter, Indigo Consulting: This award recognises a woman, man, organisation or company who actively promotes and encourages participation and career progression of women in the construction industry. Promotion may be by way of establishing policies, supporting legislation and/or creating supportive organisational structures

• TRADESWOMAN OF THE YEAR,  Tiana Collins, Stowe Australia: This award recognises the achievements a female tradesperson or apprentice who has excelled and significantly contributed to the construction industry. The award encourages women to pursue and establish careers in the construction industry.

• AWARD FOR INNOVATION IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY, Philippa Seldon, Manteena: This award recognises innovations undertaken by women in the construction industry. Innovations may be project based, a process or system, and may encompass areas such as WH&S, sustainability, design, etc

• ACHIEVEMENT AWARD, Kelly Gardner, Lendlease: This award recognises young women who are involved in any areas of the construction, property, civil or related industries and show exceptional initiative in their fields, communities and places of work.

• EMERGING LEADER, Jessica Stewart, Ginninderry: This category celebrates women who are demonstrating leadership and influencing the construction industry.

• MENTOR OF THE YEAR, JLL ACT Project and Development Services: This award recognises businesses undertaking mentoring programs to assist and promote women in the construction industry. This award promotes businesses to invest in the development of women in the construction industry and acknowledges outstanding contributions to the professional growth, guidance and betterment of women in the construction industry