How Vermont Works for Women is Building Equity in the Trades
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Show Notes
In this episode of The Fix: A Trades Conversation, Rhoni Basden, Executive Director of Vermont Works for Women, discusses the organization's mission to promote economic justice and gender equity by supporting women and youth in trades careers. She highlights the challenges women face in entering nontraditional careers, from representation gaps to systemic barriers, and shares how programs like Rosie's Girls and Trailblazers provide hands-on training and mentorship to build confidence and skills. Rhoni also emphasizes the importance of industry collaboration, mentorship, and early exposure to trades education to break down stereotypes and create more inclusive opportunities in the workforce.
Learn more at vtworksforwomen.org and follow along on LinkedIn.