By Subcontractors USA News Provider
The National Association of Black Women in Construction, Inc. (NABWIC) is a Florida-based, non-profit organization with chapters around the nation, formed in 1991 to address the unique challenges of Black women in the construction industry. Founded by Mrs. Ann McNeill, its mission is to champion and empower Black women in construction and related industries to reach their full potential as entrepreneurs, small business owners, government professionals, and industry leaders who represent “THE VOICE OF BLACK WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION.”
NABWIC operates under the leadership and direction of its founder, McNeill, and is governed by a national board of directors composed of women and men small business owners who actively engage in various construction trades and industries.
With multiple chapters and areas throughout the country, NABWIC provides a forum for its members to network, strategize and exchange information, ideas and solutions on a local, regional, and national level. They currently have membership representation in key geographical areas including Florida, Georgia, New York, Michigan, Maryland, Virginia, Memphis, Texas, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Arkansas, Pennsylvania, Alabama, California, and Washington, D.C.
NABWIC offers members an opportunity to expand personal and business networks, maintain awareness of industry developments, improve skills and knowledge, and make a contribution to other women in the construction industry. On a national level, NABWIC provides opportunities for its membership to come together around three national events. These are:
- NABWIC National Industry Day held annually in Washington, D.C.
- National Congressional Black Caucus Reception and Mid-Year Meeting in Washington, D.C.
- National Annual Meeting (rotated throughout the states)
NABWIC offers members an opportunity to expand personal and business networks, maintain awareness of industry developments, improve skills and knowledge, and make a contribution to other women in the construction industry.
Visit www.nabwic.org for more information about the NABWIC. And to find out more about the Texas chapter, please email texaschapter@nabwic.org.
Source: The National Association of Black Women in Construction, Inc.
