Girls Can Build

Girls Can Build Breaking down gender barriers & empowering girls in design, construction, engineering, & technology.

We have been working behind the scenes and have something exciting to share!  In our mission to break down gender barrie...
04/15/2024

We have been working behind the scenes and have something exciting to share! In our mission to break down gender barriers in the fields of design, construction, engineering, and technology, we are excited to share the BuildHER Mentorship Program!

Our mentorship program is designed to foster growth, diversity, and inclusivity in these traditionally male-dominated industries. By providing a platform for both seasoned professionals and emerging talents to connect, share knowledge, and inspire one another, we aim to cultivate a supportive environment that empowers women to thrive in their careers.

We are now accepting applications for both Mentors and Mentees!

๐Ÿ—๏ธ Here are a few details!

๐Ÿ“† How long is the program? 10 months and begins this August

๐Ÿš€ What is the time commitment? A few hours every month

๐Ÿ’ป Where will we meet? You and your mentor/mentee can decide on the best place for you. There will be 3 in-person meetings as a collective where all program participants will be able to collaborate & network.

๐Ÿ’ก๐ŸŒฟ What can I expect to gain? Both mentors and mentees can expect to cultivate their strengths in order to gain skills in nurturing professional growth & personal development, networking & making connections, address challenges & obstacles, and harnessing the leaders within themselves.

Interested or know of a perfect fit?! Visit our website (link in bio) to apply! ๐ŸŒ

08/10/2023

The IFMA Greater Phoenix Chapter Annual Charity Golf Tournament is largest and most popular event hosted by the chapter but arguably, it is also the most important event of the year!

This golf tournament raises funds for several charities that impact our immediate community as well as the future of the facility management industry. We would like to introduce you to these inspiring organizations starting with Girls Can Build.

Girls Can Build is an Arizona-based initiative powered by Sharp Construction with a mission to break down barriers to women in the industries of construction, design and engineering. By spearheading and supporting projects, opportunities and mentorship in these industries, we aim to inspire young women to be Bold To Build.

It may be too late to play or sponsor in the tournament but you can still get involved and make a difference to these charities by making Raffle Prize donations or Goody Bag items.

Hey there, little builder! Imagine you have a fantastic idea for a grand castle made of blocks and toys. Now, who would ...
08/07/2023

Hey there, little builder! Imagine you have a fantastic idea for a grand castle made of blocks and toys. Now, who would you need to help you build that magical castle? Thatโ€™s where a construction superintendent comes in!

A construction superintendent is like a superhero builder who turns amazing ideas into real-life wonders. They make sure big buildings and structures are built just as imagined!

Exciting things about a construction superintendent:

1. Turning Dreams into Reality: They have a superpower for creating incredible buildings. With their magical touch, they turn ideas into real, solid structures!

2. Making Places Safe and Fun: They think about how people will use and enjoy the buildings they create. They ensure everyone feels safe and has the best time inside their creations!

3. Blueprint Wizards: Construction superintendents read special maps called blueprints, showing all building parts. They follow these maps like magic to build the perfect castle!

4. Problem-Solving Heroes: Like puzzle champions, they find clever solutions to make everything fit perfectly and the castle stand tall!

5. Team Players: They work with experts like architects, engineers, and builders, bringing the castle to life like a big group of friends!

6. Creating Beauty Everywhere: Their creations make the world more beautiful, becoming special places that make people smile with fantastic designs.

Being a construction superintendent is like being a builder superhero, using creativity and skill to make dreams come true. If you love building, designing, and making magical spaces, you might become a fantastic construction superintendent when you grow up!

Calling all trailblazing mentors! Are you passionate about empowering the next generation of female leaders in the const...
07/31/2023

Calling all trailblazing mentors!

Are you passionate about empowering the next generation of female leaders in the construction industry? Then, we need YOU to join our mentorship program at Girls Can Build!

Our non-profit organization is dedicated to inspiring and nurturing the dreams of young girls aspiring to make their mark in construction, engineering, and architecture.

By becoming a mentor, youโ€™ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of these young minds, providing guidance, sharing your expertise, and instilling the confidence they need to excel in their chosen career paths.

Together, letโ€™s build a community of support, encouragement, and growth. Empowerment starts with you!

Comment โ€œFollowingโ€ for more information on becoming a mentor yourself, or tag an amazing mentor that you think should be a part of this program.

Together, letโ€™s construct a world of possibilities for the next generation of trailblazing women in construction, architecture and engineering.

More details to follow!

Imagine being a brilliant problem-solver and inventor who creates all sorts of cool stuff using your imagination and sci...
07/25/2023

Imagine being a brilliant problem-solver and inventor who creates all sorts of cool stuff using your imagination and science know-how. Thatโ€™s a mechanical engineer!

Mechanical engineers design awesome machines like cars, airplanes, roller coasters, and fun toys. They make things move smoothly and safely, figuring out how elevators go up and down or how your bicycle pedals spin.

These magical engineers love solving puzzles and brain-teasers using math and science to find clever solutions. They invent new things that make life easier, more fun, and sometimes even save the day!

Working with other experts like electrical engineers and designers, mechanical engineers create amazing projects that change the world. They explore technology like 3D printers and computer programs to bring their ideas to life.

Being a mechanical engineer is like being a superhero inventor who turns dreams into reality. If you love solving puzzles, tinkering with gadgets, and dreaming big, then being a mechanical engineer might just be the perfect adventure for you! Keep dreaming big, little scientist!

๐—š๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—น๐˜€ ๐—–๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐—•๐˜‚๐—ถ๐—น๐—ฑ ๐— ๐—ผ๐—ฏ๐—ถ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ธ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฝ ๐—ข๐—”๐—– ๐— ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ช๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐—•๐—œ๐—š ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ธ๐˜€!Yesterday, we had an epic OAC meeting where Sharp Constructi...
07/21/2023

๐—š๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—น๐˜€ ๐—–๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐—•๐˜‚๐—ถ๐—น๐—ฑ ๐— ๐—ผ๐—ฏ๐—ถ๐—น๐—ฒ ๐—ช๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ธ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฝ ๐—ข๐—”๐—– ๐— ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ช๐—ถ๐˜๐—ต ๐—•๐—œ๐—š ๐—ง๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ธ๐˜€!

Yesterday, we had an epic OAC meeting where Sharp Construction, LLC, Stratton Motor Cars, Kenzy Architects, and Girl Scouts Arizona Pine Council came ๐—ง๐—ข๐—š๐—˜๐—ง๐—›๐—˜๐—ฅ ๐Ÿค to ๐—ฆ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ธ ๐—œ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐˜€ and create magic!

We dove into the ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ป details, ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐˜„๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—ฅ๐—™๐—œโ€™๐˜€, ๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ฐ๐˜‚๐˜€๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ท๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜ ๐—ฏ๐˜‚๐—ฑ๐—ด๐—ฒ๐˜, and tackled the ๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ท๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜ concerns with our creative minds buzzing!

Sure, weโ€™re facing a few challenges, but you know what? ๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฒโ€™๐˜€ ๐—ฎ ๐˜„๐—ถ๐—น๐—น, ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ฒโ€™๐˜€ ๐—ฎ ๐˜„๐—ฎ๐˜†!

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to dial in the design and construction of this amazing, one of its kind, project! And remember, with our incredible team and all our big supporters, ๐—ณ๐˜‚๐—ป ๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐˜‡๐—ผ๐—ป!

Imagine you have a dream of designing and creating your very own robot friend. You want it to be smart, helpful, and sup...
07/20/2023

Imagine you have a dream of designing and creating your very own robot friend. You want it to be smart, helpful, and super cool. Now, who would you need to help you turn that dream into a reality? Thatโ€™s where an electrical engineer comes in!

An electrical engineer is like a super smart scientist who works with electricity and makes amazing things. They use their knowledge and skills to design and build all sorts of gadgets and devices. Just like how you make a robot, they create things that use electricity to work.

First, they think of cool ideas and come up with a plan. They use their imagination to figure out how to make things work using electricity. Itโ€™s like solving a puzzle!

Then, they draw special designs and make sure everything is connected the right way. They create circuits, which are like tiny roads for electricity to travel on. They make sure all the parts of a device, like lights or buttons, are connected so they can do their jobs.

Next, they test their creations to make sure they work perfectly. They make sure the electricity flows smoothly and that nothing gets too hot or breaks. Itโ€™s like giving your robot a test run to see if it can do all the cool things you want it to do.

Sometimes, electrical engineers work on really big things, like power plants. These are places where electricity is made. They help make sure that the power plants are safe and that they give electricity to lots of people.

Electrical engineers are like magicians who make things come to life with electricity. They are very smart and use their skills to create all the amazing gadgets and devices we use every day, like phones, computers, and even cool toys!

So, if you love thinking of new ideas, solving puzzles, and making things that use electricity, being an electrical engineer could be a super fun and exciting job for you! You could help make the world a more amazing place with your inventions.

Calling for volunteers!! Girls Can Build needs your expertise to make a big impact in empowering young girls in the cons...
07/17/2023

Calling for volunteers!! Girls Can Build needs your expertise to make a big impact in empowering young girls in the construction industry.

Are you passionate about leveling the playing field and breaking down barriers for girls in traditionally male-dominated fields? Do you have experience in grant writing or a strong interest in learning? If so, we would love to have you on our team!

At Girls Can Build, weโ€™re dedicated to providing girls with opportunities to explore, learn, and excel in architecture, engineering, and construction. And securing grants plays a vital role in supporting our programs, workshops, and mentorship initiatives.

Weโ€™re seeking volunteers who can help us with grant writing and research. Your skills will contribute to securing the funding we need to expand our reach and make a lasting impact on the lives of young girls. Together, we can create a more inclusive and diverse future in the construction industry.

If youโ€™re interested in joining our team as a grant writing volunteer, please comment below or send us a direct message. Letโ€™s work together to inspire the next generation of female builders and change-makers!

Donโ€™t forget to share this post with your network to spread the word! Together, we can make a difference.

07/15/2023

Exciting Update Alert! Girls Can Build is making incredible progress on our mobile workshop, and we canโ€™t wait to share the latest news with all our amazing supporters!

Our dedicated team has been hard at work, transforming the mobile workshop into a vibrant hub of creativity and innovation. From designing the layout to outfitting it with top-notch tools and equipment, every detail has been carefully crafted to inspire and empower young builders like you.

Weโ€™ve partnered closely with local organizations and industry experts who share our passion for empowering girls in the construction field. Together, weโ€™re creating a network of support and mentorship that will help girls build confidence, skills, and dreams.

Stay tuned for upcoming announcements about our mobile workshopโ€™s official launch and the exciting activities we have planned. Weโ€™re gearing up to take the world of construction education by storm, and we want YOU to be a part of it!

In the meantime, continue to spread the word about Girls Can Build and our mission to break down barriers and open doors for girls in the construction industry. Together, weโ€™re building a brighter future, one project at a time!

07/04/2023

Happy 4th of July from Girls Can Build!

Today, as we celebrate the freedom and independence of our great nation, we also celebrate the power of young women to shape the future.

Just like the fireworks that light up the sky, the Girls Can Build initiative sparks inspiration and empowers young girls to explore their passions in design, engineering, and construction. Together, weโ€™re breaking down barriers and building a world where dreams know no limits.

On this special day, letโ€™s remember the trailblazing women who came before us, paving the way for equality and opportunity. Letโ€™s honor their legacy by fostering a community that uplifts and supports young women in pursuing their dreams.

Wishing you a day filled with laughter, joy, and the excitement of endless possibilities. May your independence and creativity soar high lighting up the path to a brighter future.

Happy Independence Day, and remember: with Girls Can Build, the skyโ€™s the limit!

06/16/2023

Happy Fatherโ€™s Day to all the incredible dads out there who are champions of change and equality! At Girls Can Build, we honor and appreciate the fathers who encourage their daughters to dream big, explore new horizons, and break down barriers in the design, engineering, and construction fields. ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ—๏ธ

To all the dads who inspire their girls to build with passion and confidence, thank you for nurturing their curiosity, fueling their ambition, and supporting their journey to success. Today, we celebrate you and the extraordinary bond you share with your daughters. โค๏ธ

Together, letโ€™s continue building a future where every girl has the opportunity to pursue her dreams and make a lasting impact in the world. Happy Fatherโ€™s Day!โœจ โ€

COMING SOON! This fall, weโ€™re hitting the road to bring hands-on learning experiences to young aspiring builders. Our te...
06/15/2023

COMING SOON! This fall, weโ€™re hitting the road to bring hands-on learning experiences to young aspiring builders. Our team is hard at work developing the educational modules, preparing construction schedules, and putting the final touches on design for the mobile workshop. Construction begins soon! Stay tuned.

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