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,[…]

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[…]

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[…]

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[…]

From Concept to Play Space: How Young Planners Shape Modern Children’s Playgrounds – Case from Ukraine

Creating a children’s playground is much more than just installing slides and swings. It is a combination of design, safety, engineering thinking, and understanding how children interact with space. Modern playgrounds should not only be bright and engaging but also safe, functional, and thoughtfully planned. Behind every such space are designers, planners, and manufacturers who[…]

Construction Is Changing. And Students Are Ready

Construction isn’t just technical — it’s human. Learn the skills that matter on site. Construction today is no longer just about technical delivery. During recent CoHER pilot workshops and focus groups in Ireland, students studying construction and project management made one thing very clear: the human side of construction matters. Inclusion and equality were not[…]

Fundacja “Fundusz Inicjatyw” – Highlights from the piloting activities

As part of the Erasmus+ ConstructHer Future project, Fundacja “Fundusz Inicjatyw” (FFI) carried out piloting activities within Work Package 3: ConstructHer VET Educator Training and Development and Work Package 2: ConstructHer VET Curriculum Development and Reform. These actions played an important role in testing innovative teaching tools and curriculum content designed to strengthen inclusivity, leadership,[…]

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[…]