Welcome!

Thank you for coming to learn more about our work and nonprofit mission.

We were founded in 1989 by tradeswomen for tradeswomen, and we work to help transform lives by building community and economic independence through empowerment, training, career education, advocacy, and leadership development in the skilled trades.

We Value

Justice

We hold an unwavering commitment to racial, gender, and economic justice.

Community

We are stronger together and build bridges to create an inclusive movement for lasting change.

Empowerment

We dare to envision a different future for women by building economic independence.

EQUITY

We create shared prosperity, by organizing to dismantle oppressive systems.

Excellence

We operate with integrity and are committed to the highest standards for our industry and community.

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