Top takeaways from Construction Inclusion Week | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC
During the second annual Construction Inclusion Week, Oct. 17-21, contractors across the country were united in their efforts to stamp out hate and racism on jobsites.
A total of 2,345 companies participated in the event, nearly double the amount of firms that took part in the inaugural CIW last year. During the week, Construction Dive ran a series of articles and conversations with industry leaders who are working year-round to keep the topic front and center.
Follow our coverage below, highlighting ways that the industry is working toward broader inclusion.
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In its second year, Construction Inclusion Week doubles in size
By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 14, 2022The event is aimed at rooting out bias-motivated incidents on jobsites while fostering more inclusion in the industry. Read the full article ➔
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Why Turner’s CEO personally responds to racist incidents on columbus oh dump truck company jobsites
By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 17, 2022When a bias-motivated event occurs, Peter Davoren wants to know why. Read the full article ➔
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Construction pros call for immigration reform to fill surge of open jobs
By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 18, 2022A lack of political will has stymied efforts to tap foreign-born workers for a coming flood of public and private projects, according to industry advocates. Read the full article ➔
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‘It’s time for my pronouns to be included’
By Mary Kelly • Oct. 18, 2022Small steps like using inclusive language help women feel more welcome on jobsites, says the CEO of a trade school development firm. Read the full article ➔
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Transportation leaders aim to boost equity in federal infrastructure efforts
By Julie Strupp • Oct. 18, 2022Six state DOTs have pledged to create more prime contracting opportunities for historically disadvantaged businesses in IIJA work. Read the full article ➔
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Mortenson’s CEO on creating a playbook to respond to hate
By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 18, 2022Dan Johnson talks about the importance of shining a light on jobsite discrimination and rooting out those who bring the industry down. Read the full article ➔
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New association head wants more Hispanic construction owners
By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 19, 2022Sergio Terreros said most Hispanic tradesworkers stay on the labor side of the industry. He’s trying to change that. Read the full article ➔
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Workforce goals for minorities, women need teeth, facilitator says
By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 20, 2022The former deputy mayor of Canton, Ohio, talks about how phased incentives can ensure prime columbus oh dump truck company make good on promises to employ diverse workers. Read the full article ➔
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How small, diverse columbus oh dump truck company can bridge the ‘capital gap’ on civil contracts
By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 21, 2022During a Construction Inclusion Week webinar, a Biden administration official outlined the challenges nontraditional companies face to borrow money after winning a federal job. Read the full article ➔
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The Dotted Line: How to include anti-bias clauses in construction contracts
By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 25, 2022To wrap up Construction Inclusion Week, lawyers discuss anti-harassment language in subcontracts to codify a unified approach against hate on jobsites. Read the full article ➔
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