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Trailblazing Women: She Walked So Dorothy Could Run
Dorothy Donaldson Buchanan and Dr. Helen Grimshaw are pivotal figures in civil engineering history. Buchanan, the first woman Chartered Civil Engineer, inspired future generations, while Grimshaw challenged exclusionary policies by becoming the first female member of the Institution of Civil Engineers in 1925. Their efforts significantly advanced women’s roles in engineering. Continue reading
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A Conversation About Resilience
A Conversation About Resilience celebrates Black History Month by exploring the lives behind iconic quotes, from Ms Maya’s voice to Michelle Obama’s grace to Wole Soyinka’s defiance and Akala’s intellectual resistance. It’s a tribute to strength, identity and legacy. Continue reading
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Understanding Fibroids: My Health Journey
The post highlights the urgent need for open discussions on women’s health in the UK, illustrating significant gender gaps in medical research and care. It shares a personal narrative of struggles with fibroids, revealing systemic issues that delay diagnoses and treatments. The author urges improved representation and accountability in women’s healthcare. Continue reading
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An Equitable Workplace Culture: Great for Business and Society
The All In Conference 2025 highlights the importance of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in the workplace, emphasising its benefits for both individuals and businesses. The event shared insights on legal updates and strategies for fostering belonging through authentic engagement, leadership, and proactive planning, reinforcing that promoting EDI is a collective responsibility. Continue reading
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The Evolution of the Modern Day Water Company – Part One
The quality of waterways and environmental concerns have risen amid urbanization, climate resilience needs, and the cost of living crisis, reigniting debates on water privatization in England and Wales. The historical context of water management, particularly the Victorians’ innovations during cholera outbreaks, reveals challenges similar to today’s inefficiencies in public management. Joseph Bazalgette’s sewer design… Continue reading
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AMP8 The Great?
AMP8 marks a historic £104 billion investment in England and Wales’ public water sector, focusing on infrastructure overhaul, sustainability, and environmental improvement. With ambitious goals from 2025 to 2030, challenges include addressing pollution and a critical skills gap. Effective training and diverse recruitment are essential for achieving AMP8 objectives. Continue reading
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Building an Inclusive Future in Construction
Diversity in the engineering and construction industry is crucial for innovation and growth. It enhances creativity, cultural understanding, and teamwork, leading to effective solutions. Positive changes in representation and allyship are evident. To attract diverse talent, companies should foster inclusive cultures and implement training programs while promoting equal opportunities for all. Continue reading
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Redefining Ethical Standards Through EDI
Ethics highlights moral principles guiding behavior, often clashing with legal frameworks. Situations exist where legal actions are unethical or socially accepted but unjust. In workplaces, codes of ethics, particularly regarding equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), are essential in fostering fairness, demanding continuous evaluation of norms and encouraging proactive ethical behavior among employees. Continue reading
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New Year, New Fashion!
In Cameroon, the upbeat phrase “Happy happy!” signifies a fresh start. New Year traditions worldwide vary, from cleaning to setting resolutions. Despite high failure rates, success is possible with realistic goals, detailed plans, and support systems. Anticipated 2024 developments include mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain and Worker Protection Act amendments for workers’ rights. Continue reading
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Confronting Sexual Harassment and Assault
Sexual violence against women is a global issue with the World Health Organization recognizing it as a major public health problem. A study reveling the prevalence of sexual harassment in the medical field showed nearly two-thirds of female surgeons faced sexual harassment, and a third reported sexual assault in the last five years. Concurrently, a… Continue reading
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