“The trades offer an amazing career. Financial stability, independence – especially for young girls, to be able to create their own life and pay their own way and create the life they want. I’ve had parents say, ‘My daughter just listened to you, now she’s looking for this.’ It’s really fun to be able to talk to students and encourage them.”
Congrats to RRP Leadership Training participant Lisa Scott for this inspiring article about her work on equity & inclusion in the skilled trades! We are lucky to have you as part of our community. Want to learn more about the BCCWITT & ITA’s RRP Leadership Training for tradespeople from underrepresented groups (Indigenous, people of colour, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTIAQ+, women)? Check out https://tinyurl.com/RRPleadinfo
Read the full article here:
https://www.quesnelobserver.com/news/hometown-heroes-breaking-barriers-opening-doors-for-women-in-the-trades/