Shining a Light on Women in Construction: Celebrating Strength and Support with The Lighthouse Construction Charity

Women in Construction Week, 2nd to 8th  March, highlights the increasingly vital role women play in shaping the construction industry. Scot JCB Group are a proud supporter of The Lighthouse Construction Charity who dedicate this week to celebrate the contributions of women, raise awareness of the challenges they face, and encourage more women to pursue careers in the sector. 

The Lighthouse Construction Charity’s Role 

The Lighthouse Construction Charity have a 24/7 helpline offering free and confidential support and advice on a wide variety of wellbeing issues. Their expert advisors provide a listening ear and can direct you to the most appropriate support if needed. 

Tel: 0345 605 1956 (UK) 100 939 122 (ROI) 

The Charity’s Live Chat Service provides you with private, real-time wellbeing support whatever your setting. Live Chat is available on: 

lighthouseclub.org 

constructionindustryhelpline.com 

​makeitvisible.info 

If you find talking uncomfortable, or you can’t find space for a private phone call, The Lighthouse Construction Charity offers 24/7, free, and confidential support over text. 

Text HARDHAT to 8525 (UK) 

Mental Health and Wellbeing Support  

The Lighthouse Charity have many accredited mental health aid courses providing you with a comprehensive approach to mental health to equip you to recognise and address mental health issues professionally. 

Menopause Awareness Training  

The Lighthouse Construction Charity offers a menopause general awareness course covering what menopause is, signs and symptoms, menopause statistics, treatments, and what you can do to support someone experiencing menopause from a workplace perspective. 

Alternatively, the charity offers a menopause course specifically for management and leadership. The purpose of this course is for managers and leaders to gain a further understanding of menopause, adopt the appropriate tools to support colleagues, and help reduce any barriers that could be present. 

For more information on the Lighthouse Construction Charity’s campaign for Women in Construction week, click here. 

Alternatively, to find out more about the charity’s support available, click here.