Articles Tagged with ''DEI (Diversity, equity, and inclusion)''

Women's empowerment progress is evident from economic shifts to increasing representation in traditionally male-dominated fields like roofing, though disparities persist.

The number of Latino roofing contractors is on the rise and showed up in force at the 2024 International Roofing Expo.

How to be an ally for women roofers in a male-dominated industry: NWiR session, initiatives, and background explained.

IRE 2024 has significantly expanded its Latino-friendly offerings through bilingual breakout sessions, Latino-specific programming and other events during the three-day expo in Las Vegas.

A new study shows factors like housing, documentation and job stability impact the quality of sleep migrant roofers experience, which increases the risk of injury or death on the job.

This year’s International Roofing Expo emphasizes the many outreach efforts dedicated to supporting the Hispanic roofing community for its 2024 event next month in Las Vegas.

The latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows roofing contractors as having one of the highest workplace fatality rates in the country, with a majority of the incidents due to falls.

The 2024 IRE is expected to cover more than 180,000 square feet of exhibit space, hosting over 600 companies, and features eight educational tracks covering 45 topics across over 100 sessions.

The partnership is a significant step forward in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the roofing industry while providing resources to Hispanic roofing professionals.

NWiR is accepting applications to fill the full-time role of executive director as it begins the next chapter in the organization's development.