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Women in Engineering
A collection of articles and podcast episodes focused on Women in Engineering.
Buro HappoldBuro Happold Newsletter June 2025
buro happold newsletter june 2025 Welcome to the latest edition of the Buro Happold newsletter. This past month, we celebrated International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) by meeting women across Buro Happold shaping the built environment. You’ll also find insights on balancing risk, heritage, and resilience in cybersecurity for retrofit projects, and learn more about […]
Jackie De Burca · 7/8/2025
Focus on FemalesS2, E21: Focus on Female Engineers with Melissa Ahmed
S2, E21: Focus on Female Engineers with Melissa Ahmed “I never really saw engineering as the career for me and it wasn’t really pushed. When I was studying subjects like art, science, maths, those subjects were always my passion from school all the way up to college. But I was always looking at different career […]
Emma Nicholson · 11/27/2023
Focus on FemalesS2, E20: Focus on Female Engineers with Dr. Zenan Ahmed
S2, E20: Focus on Female Engineers with Dr. Zenan Ahmed “I grew up seeing my Dad as my role model. And he is a civil engineer. So I saw him working with interesting tools and software. I remember he had this huge table with massive white papers. It had scribbles of buildings all over it, […]
Emma Nicholson · 11/6/2023
FeaturedS2, E18: Focus on Female Engineers with Helen Ramsay
S2, E18: Focus on Female Engineers with Helen Ramsay “We need to be able to change the way we work and live, to be able to manage and also to reduce our impact on the environment. So I absolutely think it’s key. We can’t solve the problems that we face as a society without including […]
Emma Nicholson · 10/16/2023
FeaturedS2, E17: Focus on Female Engineers with Magda Sartin
S2, E17: Focus on Female Engineers with Magda Sartin “I never dreamed that I will get to the point where I am.” Emma Nicholson speaks to the very insightful Magda Sartin about many aspects of her work in engineering and the path that led to it. From being a ballerina to now being a Mum […]
Emma Nicholson · 10/9/2023
Focus on FemalesS2, E15: Focus on Female Engineers with Océane Mbaguta
S2, E15: Focus on Female Engineers with Océane Mbaguta Constructive Voices, has been inspired by a former guest to create something new and exciting. Thanks to Emma Nicholson, we are collaborating to bring you a number of episodes that Focus on Females in the built environment. So far these have been extremely well received. In […]
Emma Nicholson · 9/17/2023
Focus on FemalesS2, E14: Focus on Female Engineers with Jo Parker
S2, E14: Focus on Female Engineers with Jo Parker Once again, Constructive Voices, has been inspired by a former guest to create something new and exciting. Thanks to Emma Nicholson, we are collaborating to bring you a number of episodes that Focus on Females in the built environment. In the second Focus on Females episode […]
Emma Nicholson · 9/8/2023
Women in EngineeringEmpowering Women in Engineering: Promoting Diversity in the Built Environment
The built environment plays a crucial role in our daily lives, from the homes we live in to the buildings we work in. It is essential that it is designed and constructed in a way that is inclusive for all individuals. This is why promoting diversity in the built environment is crucial. By fostering diversity […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/30/2023
Women in EngineeringBreaking Barriers: Women Shaping the Built Environment Through Engineering
Engineering has long been considered a male-dominated field, but in recent years, women have been breaking barriers and making significant strides in shaping the built environment. From designing sustainable infrastructure to leading large-scale construction projects, women engineers, architects, and construction professionals are making their mark in the industry. Women in engineering, construction, and architecture bring […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/30/2023
Focus on FemalesS2, E13: Focus on Female Engineers with Kat Draper
S2, E13: Focus on Female Engineers with Kat Draper Once again, Constructive Voices, has been inspired by a former guest to create something new and exciting. Thanks to Emma Nicholson, we are collaborating to bring you a number of episodes that Focus on Females in the built environment. This very first Focus on Females episode […]
Emma Nicholson · 8/29/2023
Women in EngineeringInnovations Driven by Diversity: How Women's Perspectives Benefit Engineering
Engineering has traditionally been a male-dominated field, but the tide is turning as more women enter STEM careers. This shift towards gender diversity in engineering is having a significant impact on the industry, driving innovation and success in diverse fields. Women’s perspectives bring unique viewpoints and skills to engineering projects and advancements, making them invaluable […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/22/2023
Women in EngineeringWorkplace Equity: Navigating Challenges Faced by Women Engineers
Women engineers have long been underrepresented in the field, facing significant challenges and barriers in their careers. From gender bias to workplace discrimination, these obstacles can have a profound impact on women’s opportunities for professional growth and success. It is essential to address these issues and promote workplace equity for all engineers, regardless of gender. […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/22/2023
Women in EngineeringEmpowering the Next Generation: Women in Engineering Education
Gender diversity is crucial in all fields, including science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Yet, engineering remains male-dominated, with women underrepresented in the field. Encouraging women in engineering education will foster inclusivity and equality. Promoting women in STEM fields, specifically engineering, is essential to improve the overall culture and encourage more young women to pursue […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/22/2023
Women in EngineeringClosing the Gender Gap: Strategies for Encouraging Women in Engineering
Engineering has traditionally been a male-dominated profession, with women significantly underrepresented in the industry. However, the importance of gender diversity in STEM fields is becoming increasingly recognized, and efforts are being made to encourage more women to pursue careers in engineering. Encouraging women in engineering is not only a matter of gender equality but also […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/22/2023
Women in EngineeringOvercoming Stereotypes: Women Thriving in Non-Traditional Engineering Disciplines
Engineering has long been considered a male-dominated field, with women facing numerous barriers to entry and advancement. However, in recent years, women have been breaking down gender stereotypes and excelling in non-traditional engineering disciplines. More and more women are pursuing careers in alternative engineering fields, such as renewable energy, biomedical engineering, and aerospace engineering, and […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/22/2023
Women in EngineeringBreaking Barriers: Celebrating Women Trailblazers in Engineering
Engineering has long been considered a male-dominated field, but that has not stopped countless women from becoming pioneers in their own right. From the first woman to earn an engineering degree to those who have made groundbreaking discoveries, women trailblazers have played a vital role in shaping the industry and inspiring future generations. It is […]
Jackie De Burca · 8/22/2023