I bring greetings on behalf of the National Association of Black Women in Construction's Board of Directors.

 

Overall, 2022 was victorious. As I reviewed my excessive notes from a wide array of NABWIC engagements throughout the course of the year, I am encouraged.

 

Whether it was facilitating sessions to support our members, volunteers, and/or leaders in their ability to navigate our platforms and templates; or coordinating our engagement with USDOT Secretary Buttigieg; it is all forward movement. While many of the fresh ideas I was ever so passionate to champion at the beginning of my term seemed to be beyond our reach, so much growth came from being stretched and pulled into uncharted territory.

 

Who knew we would be at the table with USDOT Secretary Buttigieg as the largest bipartisan infrastructure law was passed? The opportunity for us as unapologetic black women to advocate for ourselves and our communities at this level is an honor and a privilege. Together through establishing and elevating strategic partnerships with organizations like USDOT, MBDA, Women of Color Contract Equity, AMAC, COMTO, AASHTO, AWWA, NABHOOD, and many others, we continue to elevate our voices, creating strategic environments that support entrepreneurial, educational, professional, and social network connections.