The construction industry is increasingly reporting labor shortages in most of the EU Member States. This trend was confirmed after the COVID-19 pandemic, which increased the tightness on the labor market and led to a high demand for workers. According to the Employment and Social developments in Europe Report, in 2023, labor shortages in construction are now nearly three times the level observed 10 years ago.
The Women Empowered in Construction (WEC) project aims to empower women in the construction industry across the Western Balkans and the European Union through innovative vocational education and training (VET) programs.
By addressing gender disparities and aligning with the priorities of the Torino Process of adapting VET to labor market needs and increasing flexibility in vocational education, WEC seeks to enhance the participation of women in construction, promote gender equality and contribute to the sustainable development of the industry in the region.
Having more diverse people in the industry and inside the organisation, coupled with an inclusive culture, always means an access to different ideas about the way to do things and how to grow business further.
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