Construction career orientation and future work-experience opportunities: expression of interest

Kreatív Ifjúsági Akadémia Magyarország (KIA), the Hungarian partner in the ConstructHer Future (CoHER) project, is collecting expressions of interest in construction-sector career orientation, workplace observation and possible future work-experience activity. Construction brings together a wide range of skills and roles, including construction delivery, construction-materials manufacturing, technical preparation, quality assurance, logistics, maintenance and project coordination. What[…]

Building Her Future: Real Opportunities to Start a Career in Construction

Across Ukraine, young women are discovering that construction offers more than one way in: from short taster days to paid internships and structured apprenticeships. As part of the CoHER (ConstructHer Future) project, co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union, we’ve been mapping real, accessible opportunities for students and young women interested in the[…]

Educators’ Guide: Quick Review – When and How to Use It Effectively

The Guidelines on implementing gender-inclusive education in VET construction programs document is designed as a practical tool for educators to help them use the materials, courses, and digital tools developed within the CoHER project in their everyday work. Educators can use the guidelines at the planning stage, when designing or updating courses, to understand how[…]

Supporting Women in Construction VET: Lessons from the ConstructHer Pilot in Turkey

INTRODUCTION Breaking Ground — for Women Too Construction is one of Europe’s most gender-segregated industries. Women represent fewer than 12% of the construction workforce across EU member states, and in Türkiye the figure is even lower. Yet the sector faces a widening skills gap, a green-transition imperative, and a digitalisation wave — all of which[…]

Introducing the CoHER Support Network in Ireland

A space to connect, learn, and grow in construction Starting a career in construction can feel exciting, but also overwhelming. Where do you go for advice? Who do you ask when things feel unclear? How do you find your place in the industry? That’s exactly why the CoHER Support Network in Ireland was created. What[…]

Why CoHER Created a Shared Platform for Educators and Students in Construction

How can digital platforms support women in construction education? The construction sector is evolving, but access, confidence, and support systems for women are still catching up. One of the key challenges is not only getting more women into construction education, but also supporting them throughout their journey. This is exactly why the CoHER project created[…]

Mentorship Programme – Why Participate?

What if one conversation could change the direction of a career? Mentorship has always been one of the most powerful ways to learn, grow, and build confidence. The ConstructHer Future Mentorship Programme creates a unique opportunity for experienced professionals and aspiring young women to connect, exchange knowledge, and shape the future of the construction sector together.  But[…]

Introducing the CoHER Support Network in Hungary

Connecting Women in Construction Through Community, Mentorship and Opportunity Building a more inclusive construction sector requires more than training programmes — it requires community. In Hungary, the CoHER initiative is taking this next step by establishing a dedicated support network for women in construction and vocational education and training (VET). Led locally by Creative Youth[…]

From Site to Screen: Why Digital Readiness Matters for the Next Generation

What Industry Voices Are Telling Us about Digital Future of Construction As the construction industry rapidly evolves, so too must the way we prepare new professionals entering the sector. Across Europe, digitalisation is no longer a future trend – it’s a current reality. From health and safety simulations to online collaboration platforms, digital tools are[…]

The Role of Feedback in Creating Sustainable Educational Programs: A Path to Inclusivity in the Construction Industry

Introduction: Feedback as the Foundation of Sustainability The sustainability of an educational program is defined by its ability not only to ensure high-quality knowledge but also to adapt to social, economic, and technological changes. In this context, feedback acts not merely as an assessment tool, but as a critical mechanism for continuous improvement, guaranteeing the[…]