NIBS is partnering with Avenue M Group to conduct a biannual survey of the building industry to take the pulse on where things stand, with regard to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Survey results will be released in May.
Lakisha A. Woods, CAE, President and CEO of NIBS, said this commitment ensures real and equitable change will take place for employees and employers throughout the building industry.
“The built environment workforce is facing shortages and improving DEI is the best solution,” said Woods. “These specific actions will help develop a diverse leadership pipeline.”
The late July meeting was a follow up to a December 2020 executive roundtable entitled “Improving the Workforce of the Built Environment Through Social Equity.” The goal of these meetings is to discuss workforce, industry sustainability, review data and best practices, and partnerships.
Eighteen organizations participated in the survey, including the American Institute of Architects, American Society of Civil Engineers, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers and more.
For decades, the National Institute of Building Sciences has recognized outstanding members of the built environment.
During the pandemic, NIBS opened several new awards categories to winners. These include the Exceptional Woman in Building Award, NIBS Distinguished Service, NIBS Innovator, Future Leaders, and DEI Leadership.
Last year, our 2023 Exceptional Woman in Building was innovation catalyst Salla Eckhardt.
Every year, NIBS recognizes built environment professionals – thought leaders, change-makers, and innovators – folks who are getting things done and their work and projects support the industry in big ways.
For the newest episode of the Building Innovation Podcast, we caught up with some of the award recipients from 2023.
We spoke with the following award recipients:
By Christine Cube
Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude.
Recently, the National Institute of Building Sciences received a first-time award – 2023 Top-Rated Nonprofit by GreatNonprofits.
To achieve this, we needed the support of our community to speak on our behalf about the work and service we provide to the built environment. Thank you to all who contributed their words.
Here are some of the testimonials:
Innovative Solutions for the Built Environment
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