Many young girls are unaware that a career in construction can be extremely fun and financially rewarding. The first camp of its kind in the state of Pennsylvania was held by NAWIC Philadelphia during spring break in 2009. MyWIC is designed to give girls real hands-on experience to gain better knowledge of the industry. Girls experience the exhilaration of successfully performing tasks that promote leadership and team-building skills, as well as build self-confidence, self-esteem, and boost their overall self image.
MyWIC is a free, construction industry, day camp for 7th through 12th grade girls in the Philadelphia region. MyWIC is sponsored by the NAWIC Philadelphia Foundation, a 501(C)3 non-profit organization, and various organizations throughout the Philadelphia region.
Camp objectives
- Introduce young girls to women role models including: tradeswomen, engineers, architects, project managers, superintendents, lawyers, business owners, and administrative support.
- Provide a supportive and nurturing environment for girls to explore and develop basic skills in carpentry, electrical, painting, taping, glazing, pipefitting, laborers and other trades.
- Offer girls a gender neutral environment to learn and practice new skills without fear of being teased or isolated.
- Develops a Safety First attitude and a "We Can Do It" mindset.
- Introduce girls to apprenticeship programs and scholarship opportunities
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