Building an equitable construction sector

NAWIC continues to be at the forefront of driving positive change to benefit women and underrepresented groups.

- Cathryn Greville Chief Executive Officer National Association of Women in Construction

Attendees at NAWIC's 30 CEOs for 30 Years Roundtable in Melbourne on National Equal Pay Day. Images: NAWIC

NAWIC remains committed to further shifting the dial for women in construction. I was truly honoured to be named the Construction Sector Gender Equity Champion of the Year 2025 in APAC Insider's Australian CEO Excellence Awards in August. The awards celebrate the exceptional leadership and innovation that has positioned Australia as a global powerhouse in a rapidly evolving world.

They recognise the contributions of CEOs who are not just steering their companies to success but are also shaping Australia's economic and societal landscape.

This award is a reflection of the work of the entire NAWIC team past and present, including our staff, board members, members and volunteers across the country.

In our 30th anniversary year, we have been considering what's been achieved so far and our vision for the future of women in construction. We have big plans for the coming years, and I thank everyone for their ongoing support.

At the end of the financial year, we had 360 organisational members, more than 16,000 members and about 400 volunteers with membership renewals now well underway and new members always welcome.