In 2024 the ISC received a grant from the NSW government to research the skills essential for female professionals in the field of infrastructure sustainability. The ISC was selected by the NSW government to champion and advance the NSW Women in Construction Strategy
The objective of the Women in Construction, Industry Innovation Program was to support industry initiatives that will encourage female participation and retention in the construction industry throughout the supply chain by:
- Increasing the number of women entering and staying in the industry;
- Supporting female leadership and female employees; and
- Creating inclusive workplace cultures, including by improving employee wellbeing and supporting flexible working arrangements.
With women making up only 12% of the construction workforce, this funding will support a significant step forward in our collective commitment to promoting workforce diversity & inclusion, fostering leadership, and embracing sustainability within the construction industry.
Initiatives of the grant include
IS Capability Framework
The ISC undertook a research into the skills essential for professionals in the field of infrastructure sustainability. The ISC surveyed, interviewed and hosted workshops to invite industry professionals to contribute to this research.
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Women in Sustainable Construction (WiSC) Leadership Mentoring Program
Building a stronger, more inclusive, and environmentally conscious industry.
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Workplace Culture Training
A national training initiative combining the Construction Culture Standard with the IS Rating Scheme's Workforce Sustainability Category. Contact @training@iscouncil.org to get more information