New video celebrates women in cement and concrete industry

GCCA marks International Women’s Day, recognising the positive impact of women in the cement and concrete industry and advancing gender equality

(London: 8th March 2021) – Concrete is vital for the world around us and will continue to play a crucial role in sustainable development. To mark International Women’s Day, the GCCA is celebrating the important contribution that women make to the cement and concrete sector. From quarries to kiln operations, from marketing to research, and in sustainability progress women are helping to lead the industry on its sustainability journey.

The GCCA has produced a call-to-action short film featuring just some of the women across its member companies and affiliate associations who are making a positive difference, which is available to view here.

Dinah McLeod, Chief Executive, GCCA said: “As we help build the sustainable world of tomorrow, ensuring gender balance across all levels will encourage innovation and the forward thinking that we need to meet our climate goals.”

“Our industry contributes to all UN Sustainable Development Goals including gender equality. We encourage more women to enter our industry to help shape its future and tackle the biggest challenge of our time – climate change,” she continued.

Studies show that firms with women in leadership positions perform better – particularly across all three sustainable development pillars – environmental, social, and economic. Diversity also brings diversity of thinking and encourages innovation.

To help empower women in the cement and concrete industry, the GCCA runs the ‘Global Cement and Concrete Industry Women’s Network’ and ‘Lean in Circles’ to help improve diversity and representation. These initiatives aim to provide support, build confidence and ultimately increase diversity in our sector.

The Women’s Network holds meetings and discussions to bring together women across GCCA member companies. Lean in Circles connect women across our networks to address specific issues. Women across the sector are encouraged to join.

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About the GCCA

Media enquiries should be directed to
Paul Adeleke – GCCA Communications and Policy Director – paul.adeleke@gccassociation.org

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Media enquiries should be directed to:

Paul Adeleke

Communications and Policy Director

paul.adeleke@gccassociation.org

Concrete Ontario recognizes the many accomplishments of the women working in the concrete industry.

By sharing their stories and experiences we hope to continue to raise awareness and support inclusive work cultures where women’s careers can thrive.

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New video celebrates women in cement and concrete industry