On Thursday, March 10, students from every middle school in Dorchester County  had the opportunity to learn about women in construction as part of the national 24th Annual Women in Construction Week, which runs March 6 through the 12. The county-wide initiative highlights how women are uniquely contributing to the building trades and the many opportunities available for women in the traditionally male-dominated field. 

Local members of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) along with representatives from the Dorchester County Career and Technology Center (DCCTC) held events at every middle school in Dorchester County on Thursday, March 10, from 10:00 am until 11:30 am.   

Each school will participate in a Zoom presentation with a special panel of women in the building trades. After the presentation, students will have the opportunity to ask questions and talk with local members of NAWICC and DCCTC. The county-wide initiative will also include a contest for students to tackle a building project. 

The goal of Women in Construction (WIC) Week is to raise awareness and celebrate the contributions of women in the construction industry. This year’s theme is “Envision Equity”.

The special events Wednesday are a collaboration between the Dorchester County Career and Technology Center, National Association of Women in Construction, and Greater Summerville/Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce.