Nontraditional Employment for Women (NEW)

03/02/2026

Walking into Women in Construction Week like….

Construction. Women in Construction. Tradeswoman.

02/24/2026

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Email from Nontraditional Employment for Women (NEW) Hard Hats. Strong Women. A Community United. January-February Newsletter Dear friend, For nearly five decades, Nontraditional Employment for Women

12/16/2025

If you need motivation this winter—
look up.
Our students did. 🪜

12/05/2025

Congratulations to our NEW Grads! We are so proud of you!

10/29/2025

If you’re a tradeswoman currently out of work, between jobs, or waiting for your next project, we want to hear from you. Our Out of Work Survey helps us stay connected and share job leads, resources, and new opportunities that can help you get back to work.

Take a few minutes to fill it out here:

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10/27/2025

Are you a student or graduate of Nontraditional Employment for Women, Skills, Inc., to Apprenticeships, or York Helmets to Hardhats?

At NEW, we know building a career in the trades often means balancing hard work and family life.

That’s why our Childcare Assistance Program helps tradeswomen access reliable childcare so they can show up fully at home and on the job.

Read how this support can help you thrive in your trades career:

Starting a new career in the trades is exciting — but for many women, it also comes with a big question: “Who’s going to watch my kids while I’m working?”   That’s a reality we hear all the time at NEW. Training programs, apprenticeships, and job sites often demand long hours, early...

08/25/2025

05/16/2025

We’re thrilled to receive this generous donation of hard hats from . They will be the table centerpieces at our 2025 Equity Leadership Awards Luncheon, and guests are welcome to take them home.

We hope to see you on June 5!

05/08/2025

In honor of Safety Construction Week, we’re spotlighting Ebonee Cochrane, our dedicated Instructor at NEW. Ebonee plays a vital role in preparing the next generation of tradeswomen by ensuring they have the knowledge, tools, and safety practices needed to thrive in the field. Thank you, Ebonee, for your leadership and commitment to building a stronger, safer workforce!

05/01/2025

✨ On this International Workers Day, we honor the dedication and leadership of Mike Prohaska — Business Manager of Local 79 and a proud Bronx native who has spent over 45 years fighting for workers’ rights. From his days as a rank-and-file laborer to spearheading major organizing campaigns, Mike’s journey is a testament to the power of worker-led change.

Today, we celebrate the tireless efforts of leaders like Mike who continue to build a stronger, more just future for all. 💪🏽✊🏽
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04/30/2025

Happy National Apprenticeship Day!
Meet Karla, a NEW student whose determination led her to a career in the trades. After attending an info session with Local 78, she waited four hours in the rain to apply—and was accepted into their apprenticeship program on the spot. Her journey is just beginning, and we’re proud to support her every step of the way.

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