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  Girl Power is a BE&K initiative designed to give high-school age girls the "tools" they need to succeed. Not just hammers and nails, but also role models and interactive experiences, capable of inspiring the confidence all young girls need to explore new and different career options in construction and engineering.  Read the Article
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Who? Girls Only. Open to girls entering 10th, 11th and 12th grades. What? A Unique Experience. BE&K, Alabama's leading industrial construction company, hosts six events per year designed to introduce girls to the world of construction and engineering. At the Girls' Construction Camp held each summer, BE&K provides introductory training in welding, carpentry, and electrical crafts. The other five events are designed to further explore training and educational opportunities available to girls through BE&K's programs and partnerships. When? Events Six Times a Year. June ... Girls' Construction Camp July ... Making the Leap to Vocational Training October ... BE&K Craft Olympics December ... Industry Guest Speaker February ... Personal Development Day April ... Girls' Construction Camp Planning Meeting Where? BE&K. BE&K, Inc. 2000 International Park Drive Birmingham, AL 35243 For more information about Girl Power, or to obtain a DVD, contact Susan Wasley at (205) 972-6688 or Mittie Cannon at (205) 972-6151. Why? Education, Experience and Fun! Although women comprise 50% of the workforce, only 7% are involved in the construction industry. BE&K Girl Power is designed by BE&K to introduce young women to great-paying careers in construction and to address the serious shortage of skilled workers in the industry.   |
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