Women’s Workforce Initiative

The workforce development component of Southern Dallas Thrives, including the Women in Construction program, seeks to strengthen the career prospects of women in Southern Dallas by providing job training in high-growth industries while also delivering support services and assisting graduates with industry certifications. The program’s goals include improving access to high-quality jobs, fostering greater work equity and deepening employer partnerships.  

Results & Impact

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  • 57

    participants
    earned industry-related certificates last year

  • 127

    participants
    received support services last year

  • 67%

    of participants
    in the Women in Construction program are currently employed

57

participants
earned industry-related certificates last year

127

participants
received support services last year

67%

of participants
in the Women in Construction program are currently employed

Women’s Workforce Initiative is a partnership of:

  • Dallas College •
  • First Step Community Empowerment •
  • Hilti North America  •
  • Regional Black Contractor Association •
  • Southern Dallas Thrives

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