The NSW Government is taking active steps to make the construction industry a more diverse, inclusive and safe workplace for women.
As part of the FY22-23 Budget, the NSW Government announced an investment of $20.2 million over three years to attract more women into the construction industry, setting an ambitious goal of women occupying 15 per cent of trade and non-traditional roles by 2030.
To achieve this vision, the NSW Government has developed the Women in Construction strategy.
Employers
The NSW Government supports industry-driven diversity and workforce development solutions and recognises that industry needs to be at the centre of initiatives that aim to improve gender diversity in the construction sector.
Industry Innovation Program
Applications closed
Year 1 of the Industry Innovation Program applications closed Wednesday 15 March 2023 at 2:00pm AEDT.
The Women in Construction Industry Innovation Program (IIP) is one of the initiatives that has been created to achieve the NSW Government’s goal and deliver projects that align with the Strategy.
The Industry Innovation Program provides grant funding for eligible NSW construction organisations to support industry initiatives that will encourage female participation in the construction industry throughout the supply chain by:
- Creating inclusive workplace cultures, including by improving employee wellbeing and supporting flexible working arrangements;
- Increasing the number of women entering and staying in the industry; and
- Supporting female leadership and female employees.
The Program will allocate up to $10 million in funding through 2025. The funding available for this first round (year 1) of the Program is up to $5 million. Eligible NSW construction organisations can apply for up to $300,000 under the first round of the Program.