Breaking Barriers, Building Futures

Breaking Barriers, Building Futures is a pre-employment program designed to support women who want to step confidently into the civil construction industry. Delivered by Pathway Ready, the program provides a safe, practical, and empowering pathway for participants looking to build skills, routine, and direction as they prepare for real employment opportunities.

A Supportive Entry Into Civil Construction
The program is built to create an environment where women can explore the civil construction industry with confidence. Participants are supported to ask questions, learn alongside others on a similar journey, and gain a clear understanding of what working in the industry involves. This shared learning experience helps build trust, connection, and self-belief.

Industry Exposure and Job Readiness
Throughout the program, participants gain hands-on exposure to civil construction knowledge, workplace expectations, and communication skills. A strong focus is placed on job-readiness, ensuring participants understand industry standards while developing the confidence to engage with employers and work effectively on site.

Building Confidence and Capability
Breaking Barriers, Building Futures supports women to strengthen their confidence, develop practical capability, and gain valuable industry insight. The program is designed to suit participants who are new to the workforce, returning after time away, or exploring a new career direction within civil construction.

Creating Pathways to Sustainable Careers
At its core, the program is about opening doors and creating opportunities. By connecting participants with industry knowledge and supportive networks, Breaking Barriers, Building Futures helps women move toward long-term, sustainable careers in civil construction, in workplaces that value diversity, inclusion, and fresh talent.