The focus at a recent conference organized by the Malta Chamber of Construction Management was the opportunities and challenges facing women in the construction sector.
While stating that the involvement of women in the construction sector has increased, Minister for Justice and Reform in the Construction Sector, Jonathan Attard, mentioned that there is still room for further growth.
During the conference, various challenges for women working in a sector traditionally dominated by men were discussed. Female speakers, including architects and project managers, highlighted issues such as working alongside male counterparts, often from different religious backgrounds, who may view them through different lenses.
The need for recognition of women’s capabilities in their work, despite being in a field predominantly male-dominated, was also emphasized.
President of the Malta Chamber of Construction Manager stated that women can play a large role in the sector beyond just manual labor even contributing to project planning and design.
Minister for Justice and Reform in the Construction Sector, Jonathan Attard also revealed that the percentage of women working increased from 47% to 80% from 2013 to 2023.
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