Marie Sullivan

Marie Lake

Steamfitter

Sexual violence against women is rampant at colleges and universities. Around 10 million¹ young women are currently enrolled in college and they are eager to pursue their chosen majors and prepare for their futures.

“I love my job,” says every tradeswoman I have met since launching Tradeswomen’s Tuesdays in March. Having grown up around electrician Carolyn Walters, it was no surprise to me that women could succeed and thrive in the construction industry. However, hearing their genuine enthusiasm and pride for their work highlighted how the trades can provide women with a career that provides high wages and great opportunities.