Project title: ConstructHer Future

  • Programme: Erasmus+
  • Action Type: KA220-VET – Cooperation partnerships in vocational education and training
  • Project Start Date: 30/12/2024 
  • Project End Date: 29/12/2026
  • Project Acronym: CoHER

GENERAL OBJECTIVE:

To transform the construction industry into an inclusive and equitable field for women, leveraging innovative VET programs that tackle deep-rooted gender biases and barriers with by systems theory and a social ecological model (SEM) of change.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:

  • Address Systemic Barriers in Education and Training – Develop VET programs that counteract gender stereotypes and biases, particularly addressing the issues identified by young women in the referenced study (Karen & Glenda 2019).
  • Enhance Female Participation and Retention in Construction – Focus on increasing female enrollment and completion in VET programs, and support their continued presence in the construction workforce.
  • Foster Industry-Wide Cultural Change – Partner with construction firms, government bodies, and trade unions to promote a nationwide shift towards gender inclusivity in the construction industry.
  • Create a Supportive Ecosystem for Women in Construction – Build a comprehensive support network, including mentorship programs and peer support groups, to empower women in their construction careers.

TARGET GROUP:

  • Demographics: Women aged 18-30 who are either considering or are already enrolled in VET programs related to construction.
  • Professionals in Education: This includes teachers, trainers, and mentors within VET institutions and programs that focus on construction and related trades.
  • Construction Industry Stakeholders: This encompasses a range of professionals, from site supervisors to company executives, within the construction industry.
  • Decision Makers and Influencers: This group includes policy makers at local, national, &European levels, as well as nongovernmental organizations&advocacy groups focused on gender equality&workforce development.
  • Supportive Communities: These are networks and organizations that provide support, mentorship,&advocacy for women in construction.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES:

Reformed and Inclusive VET Curricula

Increased Female Representation and Career Advancement

Shift in Industry and Societal Perceptions

Establishment of Support Networks for Women

EXPECTED RESULT:

  • ConstructHer Inclusive Education Framework -Develop an educational framework that integrates findings from the referenced study, focusing on removing barriers and stereotypes in construction education.
  • ConstructHer Career Pathway Program -Implement a program that guides women through the stages of education, training, and employment in construction, ensuring retention and career growth.
  • ConstructHer Industry Alliance -Form alliances with key industry players to drive policy changes and promote gender-inclusive practices in construction firms.
  • ConstructHer Empowerment Network -Launch an online and offline network platform.

PROJECT PARTNERSHIP:

MANORHAMILTON DEVELOPMENT CLG / Coordinator / Ireland

CEKDEV INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY  / Partner / Türkiye

LUTSK NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY / Partner / Ukraine

FUNDACJA “FUNDUSZ INICJATYW” / Partner / Poland

MORE – LABORATÓRIO COLABORATIVO MONTANHAS DE INVESTIGAÇÃO – ASSOCIAÇÃO / Partner / Portugal

CREATIVE YOUTH ACADEMY / Partner / Hungary

PIXIE ACADEMY / Partner / Türkiye

Disclaimer: Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the National Agency Léargas the Exchange Bureau. Neither the European Union nor Léargas can be held responsible for them.

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