• Cultivating Diversity in Trades: Insights from Abby Kempe of Tradeswomen Australia | The Front Garden EP107

  • Sep 11 2024
  • Length: 37 mins
  • Podcast

Cultivating Diversity in Trades: Insights from Abby Kempe of Tradeswomen Australia | The Front Garden EP107

  • Summary

  • In this episode…

    Chris Weiss chats with Abby Kempe from Tradeswomen Australia (TWA), who shares insights on promoting gender diversity in the trades industry. Abby discusses TWA's role as a social enterprise, emphasising the importance of education and cultural change in creating inclusive workplaces.

    She explores the challenges and opportunities in attracting and retaining women in trades, highlighting the value of open conversations and practical solutions for businesses of all sizes.

    Abby explains that everyone can contribute to shaping a more inclusive industry, whether you're a small residential landscaping company or a large corporation. It starts with a simple conversation: Where are you at, and where do you want to be?

    Some key takeaways from this episode:

    🔧 How TWA balances immediate impact with long-term cultural change

    🏗️ The importance of psychosocial change in the trades industry

    💡 Practical steps for businesses to create more inclusive work environments

    🤝 Why open, judgment-free conversations are crucial for progress

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    👁️‍🗨️ About Abby Kempe

    • Website: https://tradeswomenaus.com
    • Resource: TWA Services Guide
    • Facebook: @twaustralia
    • Instagram: @twaustralia
    • LinkedIn: @abbykempe @tradeswomen-australia


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