Membership Value
Why Become a NAWIC Member?
Join the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) and unlock a world of opportunities in the construction industry. Network with like-minded women, enhance your technical and leadership skills, and find the support you need to succeed in this traditionally male-dominated field.
Find camaraderie & support from fellow women in construction
A Vibrant Community Of Women
As a member of NAWIC, you’ll be part of a vibrant community of women facing the challenges and embracing the opportunities of a construction career. Our educational programs, local networking events, and regional conferences will provide you with the tools and knowledge to thrive in your profession. Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, you’ll find camaraderie and support from fellow women in construction.
Discover the value of belonging to a community that understands your journey and empowers you to achieve greatness. With networking, education, and continued career growth, your membership will be a worthwhile investment in your professional development.
Professional Opportunities
- Industry speakers at events
- Mentoring opportunities
- Educational scholarships
- Networking with women in the building industry
- Technical/product information
- Career/job postings
- Community outreach
- Liaison with industry/professional associations
- Legislative/legal updates
Professional Opportunities
- Industry speakers at events
- Mentoring opportunities
- Educational scholarships
- Networking with women in the building industry
- Technical/product information
- Career/job postings
- Community outreach
- Liaison with industry/professional associations
- Legislative/legal updates
NEF (the NAWIC Education Foundation), our educational partner organization, offers professional certifications to empower you with the skills and tools you need to start or advance your career in the construction industry.
Educational Opportunities
- Leadership skills development
- Management and public speaking skills
- Speakers and seminars at events
- Employee recruitment
- Association magazine subscription
- Marketing opportunities
- Access to a resource network
- Discounts on goods and services
- Industry values and culture promotion
- Exposure to new skills and technology updates
- Professional certifications and mentoring
- Promoting NEF K-12 programs
- Career path planning assistance
NAWIC Membership Value
Business Development Opportunities
- Employee recruitment
- Marketing / advertising opportunities for your company
- Access to a national and local resource network
- Discounts on goods and services from NAWIC partners
Employer Benefits
As the premier association for women working in the construction industry, NAWIC offers valuable benefits to employers, including:
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- Assistance in developing dedicated, multi-skilled employees, enhancing their capabilities, and increasing productivity.
- Exposure to new skills and technology updates.
- Access to a network of influential women in the industry.
- Connections with construction firms and women-owned businesses.
- Support for professional certifications, coaching, and mentoring.
- Opportunities for generating positive publicity through community service projects.
- Contribution to building a strong industry by promoting NEF K-12 programs to the future workforce.
- Development and promotion of industry values and culture.
NAWIC membership offers an estimated value of $5,500, including:
- $1,200 worth of industry-specific technical training.
- $1,500 worth of business, management, and marketing training.
- $500 worth of legislative updates.
- $600 worth of legal updates.
- $600 worth of networking value at regional conferences.
- $500 worth of mentoring opportunities.
- $200 worth of product knowledge gained at meetings.
- $200 worth of company credibility from association with NAWIC.
- $200 worth of publicity and exposure through participation.
These benefits add up to a potential total dollar value of $5,500. However, the actual annual cost of NAWIC membership, including national dues, chapter dues, and 1-2 regional conferences per year, ranges from $420 to $520.
“My NAWIC membership has given me the opportunity to expand my knowledge of the construction industry. Programs and workshops at chapter meetings, regional conferences and national conventions have improved my professional and personal skills. To sum it all up, I’ve been educated, enlightened, enriched, energized and entertained by belonging to this Association.”
“By partnering with NAWIC, we have tapped into an important resource for information, education, networking and support for our employees. NAWIC provides our company with a unified voice for tackling complex issues facing women in the industry. Our goal is to be instrumental in growing NAWIC at all levels as the need for qualified construction workers continues to grow.”
“In my 24 years as a NAWIC member, I have had the opportunity to meet the best of NAWIC. NAWIC has taught me the basics of really strong friendships, camaraderie, organization and public speaking.”
