Increasing Diversity and Inclusion through Mentoring Underrepresented Groups

Authors

• Corban Williams, Clemson University

DOI

https://doi.org/10.34068/aic.45.01.05

Abstract

The Construction Industry historically has struggled to gain traction with underrepresented groups, such as women, African-Americans, and the Hispanic/ Latinx community. To combat this, industry-wide action is necessary to increase diversity and inclusion. Underrepresented communities have misconceptions about the construction industry including a lack of knowledge about the wide range of possible careers. By the AGC establishing a mentoring program with career goals and psychological attributes for grades 6-12 and college students, a positive dialog about the industry would be established. Visibility and promotion of the program would encourage students of underrepresented communities to consider a career in the construction industry.

Recommended Citation

Williams, Corban (2020) "Increasing Diversity and Inclusion through Mentoring Underrepresented Groups," The Professional Constructor: Vol. 45: No. 1, Article 5.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.34068/aic.45.01.05
Available at: https://open.clemson.edu/aic-journal/vol45/iss1/5