Article - Creating Opportunities for Women in Construction - 2020-03-05

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Title
Article - Creating Opportunities for Women in Construction - 2020-03-05
Author
Alexandra Löwe; Dina Randrianasolo; Tonya Reid
Year
2020
Publication/Event Date
March 05 2020
Abstract
This article, published on March 5, 2020, discuses how t he Mastercard Foundation's YIEDIE program in Ghana trains thousands of young women, like welder Ruth Medufia, for the booming construction sector. Women face challenges from pervasive social norms, family resistance, and job skepticism. To succeed, programs must offer transferable skills training, mentorship, and long-term partnerships to shift mindsets and ensure retention.
Resource Subject
  • Employment
  • Gender
  • Education
Keywords/Access Points
Women; Construction; Employment; Transferrable Skills; Trades; Education
Geographic Locations
  • Ghana
Language
  • English
Demographic Groups
  • Women
Special Collections
  • Foundation Corporate Announcements
Archival Record ID
MFA.2024.2040