Event Highlight: CoHER WP2 A2 Online Webinar in Türkiye

Bringing the Curriculum to Life through Inclusive and Digital VET As part of the ConstructHer Future – CoHER Project, ÇEKDEV & PIXIE Academy organised a national online webinar in Türkiye under WP2 A2 – Educator Training Programme. The event was held on 18 May 2026 and focused on supporting VET educators in applying inclusive, digital,[…]

Listening and Adapting: How Training Feedback Improves CoHER Learning Materials

Creating effective learning materials is not only about preparing good content. It is also about listening to the people who use those materials and adapting them according to their needs. In the CoHER project, feedback plays an important role in improving learning resources so they become more practical, inclusive, and useful for learners, educators, and[…]

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[…]

A Career in Construction: Challenge, Responsibility, and Freedom of Choice

On April 17, Lutsk National Technical University will host a meet-up titled “A Career in Construction: Challenge, Responsibility, and Freedom of Choice” as part of the international Erasmus+ project KA220-VET “ConstructHer Future” (Cooperation Partnerships in Vocational Education and Training) The speaker will be Tetiana Myshliaieva, founder of Zodczi Projekt (Poland). We will discuss: – current[…]

Common Challenges Female Students Face in Construction Training

INTRODUCTION Why This Article Matters Construction is one of the last great frontiers of gender inequality in the European labour market. Despite decades of equal-opportunity legislation, women account for fewer than 12% of the construction workforce across EU member states — and in many countries, including Türkiye, the figure is considerably lower. Behind this statistic[…]

CoHER Türkiye: Building Pathways for Women in Construction

What does it take to make construction more inclusive? In Türkiye, the answer begins with connection, support, and opportunity. The CoHER Support Network Türkiye is designed to bring these elements together, creating a space where women can explore, develop, and grow within the construction sector. As the industry evolves with new technologies, sustainability goals, and[…]

Introducing the CoHER Support Network in Ukraine

Within the framework of the Erasmus+ Programme project “KA220-VET ConstructHer Future” (CoHER), Lutsk National Technical University has launched activities aimed at developing the CoHER Support Network in Ukraine — an initiative designed to empower young women in technical education, especially in the construction sector, through mentoring, collaboration, and professional guidance.  The CoHER Support Network brings[…]

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[…]

Beyond Theory: Lessons from Real Mentorship Journeys

CoHer Mobility – Portugal As part of the launch of the CoHer Mentorship Programme, which took place in Bragança ,  Portugal in January 2026, the session titled “Beyond Theory: Lessons from Real Mentorship Journeys” brought together mentors, trainees, and education stakeholders. The aim was to explore how mentoring can serve as a powerful driver of[…]

How Professional Development Networks Support Gender-Inclusive VET Teaching

At Lutsk National Technical University (LNTU), we recognize that creating gender equality and inclusive learning environments is essential for shaping the future of vocational education and training (VET). As technical education continues to evolve in response to labour market demands and social change, universities play a key role in ensuring equal opportunities for all learners. […]