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CFW Deliver 'Role Model Relay' with Girls Out Loud at Copley Academy
On 9th July 2025, Construction For Women proudly partnered with the Girls Out Loud initiative to inspire and empower 100 school-aged girls at Copley Academy. This event was part of the Role Model Relay series, where professional women from diverse sectors shared their journeys and insights, aiming to broaden the horizons of young girls and ignite their aspirations. Renee Preston , Founder of Construction For Women , represented the construction industry, showcasing the vast
Jul 81 min read


Building Ambition: Construction For Girls Taster Day at Croydon College
The Construction For Girls initiative continues to expand its reach across the UK, with Construction For Women recently hosting an inspiring taster day at Croydon College . The event welcomed 70 schoolgirls from across London , giving them the chance to step inside the world of construction and discover the creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving that shape the built environment. Introducing the Industry The day began with a powerful introduction from Renee Preston ,
May 82 min read


Building Confidence: Construction For Girls Taster Day at Stretford College
Construction For Women’s early talent initiative, Construction For Girls , brought its mission to Trafford with a dynamic taster day at Stretford College , introducing young women to the possibilities of a future in construction. The event welcomed 45 schoolgirls from across Trafford , offering them a chance to explore the vast and varied world of the built environment — from design and planning to practical, hands-on skills. Inspiring from the Ground Up The day opened with
Feb 72 min read


Shaping the Future: Construction For Girls Taster Day at Stockport College
Construction For Women’s early talent programme, Construction For Girls , continues its mission to inspire and empower the next generation — this time with an exciting taster day at Stockport College . The event brought together 90 students from schools across Trafford and Stockport , each eager to discover how their creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving skills could shape a future in the construction industry. Inspiration to Action The day began with an engaging talk f
Feb 32 min read


From Taster Day to Training: How Myleigh-Anne Walker Found Her Path in Construction
Myleigh-Anne Walker - Former Taster Day Attendee For Myleigh-Anne Walker, a 15-year-old student from Lowton High School, construction has always been more than just bricks and mortar — it’s a field full of creativity, problem-solving, and opportunities to make a real impact. Her journey into the industry began in a classroom, but it was a Construction For Women taster day at Warrington & Vale Royal College that transformed that curiosity into ambition, showing her the breadth
Sep 24, 20242 min read


Inspiring Futures: Construction For Girls Taster Day at City Skills Salford
Construction For Women’s early talent programme, Construction For Girls, recently delivered another successful taster day, this time at City Skills in Salford , in collaboration with Build Salford . This exciting event welcomed 55 Year 9 students from Ellesmere Park High School and Moorside High School, giving them the opportunity to explore the diverse and rewarding world of construction. Opening Doors to Opportunity The day began with a series of inspiring talks and presen
Jun 17, 20242 min read


Inspiring the Builders of Tomorrow: Construction For Girls Hosts Inaugural Taster Day at Warrington & Vale Royal College
On Friday 2nd February, Construction For Women proudly hosted its inaugural Construction For Girls Taster Day at Warrington & Vale Royal College – a ground-breaking event designed to inspire the next generation of female talent to consider careers in construction. The event welcomed over 90, Year-10 students from secondary schools across Cheshire and Warrington to take part in an exciting, hands-on day filled with learning, creativity, and empowerment. Breaking Barriers, Bui
Feb 5, 20242 min read
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