IBEW 124 Women's Committee

03/09/2026

Brothers and Sisters,

Open Participation for Missouri AFL-CIO 10th Annual Women's Labor Lobby. Starts at 9:00 am on March 11, 2026, with participants meeting in Bone’s Banquet Center 210 Commercial Ave. Jefferson City, Mo, 65101 for breakfast.

Discuss the issues facing Missouri working women, followed by walking the halls of the Capitol and talking with Representatives about what matters to Missouri’s Working Women. Remember to wear your union attire!

IBEW 124 siblings plan to carpool from the hall to be back in time for the general meeting. Check in with Tina Richard at event to record for stipend.

RSVP: linktr.ee/MOAFLCIO

In Solidarity

03/03/2026

Women in Construction Week celebrates the strength, skill, and innovation women bring to an industry that quite literally builds our world. Organized each year by the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), this week shines a spotlight on the growing presence and vital contributions of women across every area of construction — from trades and project management to engineering, safety, and executive leadership.

Construction has traditionally been a male-dominated field, but women continue to break barriers, challenge stereotypes, and pave the way for future generations. Women in Construction Week is not only a celebration of achievements, but also a call to action: to promote equity, expand opportunities, and inspire the next generation of builders, leaders, and innovators.

Together, we recognize the women who are shaping skylines, strengthening communities, and proving that there is a place for everyone in construction.

02/19/2026

11th District IBEW Women’s Committee Spring Training

Annual Women's Spring Training event will be in Cedar Rapids, IA on April 10th and 11th. Information was sent out to business managers yesterday which contains QR codes for the event registration and one of the available hotels for booking. We understanding some of you will be in town for the Progress meeting so we do have an optional community service event on Friday.

A motion for estimated travel, wages and hotel was passed by IBEW 124 membership and currently under review by the IO. Once approved, travel arrangements can be made through 124. Otherwise, you can book yourself and go the reimbursement route.

Registration:

https://formurl.com/to/11thdistrictibewspringtraining

02/11/2026

Check-out the Speakers! at Iowa Women In Trades Leadership Summit coming March 7 during Women in Construction Week.

The future of the trades is LEADERSHIP. ⚡️

We are thrilled to announce the official session lineup for the Iowa Women in the Trades Leadership Summit! From labor law to safety equity, we’re diving deep into the topics that matter most to women on the job site.

Our Featured Speakers:

Jordan Glasgow: Weingarten Rights & standing your ground with HR.

Robin Clark-Bennett: Women’s labor history & the power of stewardship.

Jennifer Sherer: Worker power in today’s economy.

Amy Roosa: Fighting for PPE equity in construction.

Plus, don't miss our powerhouse Panel Discussion featuring industry veterans and leaders ready to answer your questions on navigating the trades.

📅 When: March 7, 2026 📍 Where: IBEW Local 347 | Ankeny, IA

IMPORTANT: Need to pitch this to your Local? We have a professional PDF version of this flyer ready for you to present. Just shoot us an email at [email protected] and we’ll send it over!

Register Now! https://formurl.com/to/IWIT2026LeadershipSummit

02/09/2026

March 6 deadline for applications. Women's Committee works towards bringing educational opportunities to our members for personal growth and to spark union involvement. Regina V. Polk Women's Labor Leadership Conference has been a springboard for advocacy for the past two years. Sisters! take this opportunity find purpose with union sisters.

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS TO THE Regina V. Polk Women's Labor Leadership Conference!

Apply at go.illinois.edu/polk2026

02/02/2026

Tradeswomen Portrait Project-
At TWBN 2025, Boldt sponsored a special photo and video booth led by photographer Graham Washatka, capturing powerful portraits and stories of tradeswomen from across the country. The project includes a portrait series and short video content designed to elevate the visibility and leadership of women in the trades. Check it out via the links below!

Photo Project Overview: https://grahamimages.net/blog-photography-tips-features/2025/9/25/she-leads-portrait-project

Photos: https://grahamimages.net/twbn-2025

Tradeswomen Build Nations is the largest gathering of unionized tradeswomen in the world! This year we are excited to be partnering with The Boldt Company to have a booth and host our She Leads Portrait Project.

02/02/2026

We don’t want your man, we want independence.

01/28/2026

Great Jobs KC is proud to announce it has been selected as a recipient of the Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. This two-year, $680,000 award will help bridge the gender gap in high-demand, high-wage industries across the Kansas City region.

While women make up nearly half of the overall workforce, they remain significantly underrepresented in technical and industrial sectors. This grant allows Great Jobs KC to provide 100 women with the specialized training and soft skills necessary to thrive in careers such as advanced manufacturing, construction, and commercial truck driving (CDL).

Read more of this from Great Jobs KC at https://www.kcchamber.com/current-topics/great-jobs-kc-awarded-two-year-680000-federal-wanto-grant-to-empower-women-in-nontraditional-careers.

01/25/2026

Our hearts ache for the injustice and murder of a brother who’s concern for others got him shot as our government lies and give license for ICE to break laws with false immunity. We are living in a time where standing up for our constitutional rights can be public ex*****on and coverup. Be safe brothers and sisters.

01/20/2026

Registration Link
Secure your spot: https://formurl.com/to/IWIT2026LeadershipSummit

🚀 Iowa Women in Trades Leadership Summit: Registration is LIVE!
Date: March 7th, 2026 Location: IBEW Local 347

Get ready to unleash your impact! 🚀 Our Annual Leadership Summit is just around the corner and registration is now live! Join us to unlock new possibilities and shape a brighter future. Have questions? Reach out or join our meeting Thursday!

Secure your spot: https://formurl.com/to/IWIT2026LeadershipSummit