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A.G. Coombs recently welcomed industry leaders, sponsors and alliance members to the Empowered Women in Trades (EWIT) VIP Sponsor and Alliance Member Breakfast at Crown Melbourne.
The event brought together organisations and individuals committed to creating greater opportunities for women in the trades and building a more diverse and inclusive workforce. It also provided an opportunity for attendees to connect, share insights and hear about the impact EWIT continues to make through its mentoring, advocacy, networking and industry engagement programs.
Supporting pathways into the trades
As a partner of EWIT, A.G. Coombs is committed to supporting initiatives that encourage greater participation of women in trade and technical careers.
The partnership reflects A.G. Coombs’ broader commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace and creating meaningful career pathways for people from diverse backgrounds. Through apprentice, trainee and early-career development programs, A.G. Coombs continues to invest in the skills and capabilities needed to support the future of the building services industry.
During the breakfast, guests heard about EWIT’s achievements over the past 12 months and the positive outcomes being delivered through programs designed to help women enter, develop and progress their careers in the trades. These initiatives continue to play an important role in strengthening industry pathways and expanding opportunities across the sector.
Building a diverse future workforce
Developing a diverse and capable workforce remains a key priority for
A.G. Coombs.
As the building services industry responds to changing workforce needs, initiatives that encourage broader participation in trade and technical careers are essential to attracting and developing the next generation of skilled professionals. By supporting organisations such as EWIT, A.G. Coombs is helping raise awareness of career opportunities, improve representation across the sector and strengthen pathways into the industry.
A.G. Coombs thanks EWIT for its ongoing leadership in advancing opportunities for women in the trades and looks forward to continuing to support initiatives that strengthen industry pathways, develop future talent and contribute to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
For more information about Empowered Women in Trades visit www.ewitrades.com
Learn more about the A.G. Coombs Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan at www.agcoombs.com.au/news-and-publications/news/walking-the-journey-together-a-g-coombs-diversity-inclusion-action-plan
