Women in Fenestration Network (WFN) has launched WFN Allies, inviting men from across the fenestration industry to get involved in supporting the network and its activities.
The initiative was unveiled by WFN co-founder Sioned Yates at the Glazing Summit on October 8, following growing interest from men across the industry who have been supporting WFN since its launch earlier this year.
The idea for WFN Allies developed following the network’s first Professional Development Day in June, which brought together more than 75 women from across the sector.
While the event was exclusively for women, many of its strongest supporters were men who encouraged colleagues to attend, helped promote the event, and have subsequently asked how they could become more involved.
“We’ve already got some fantastic men across this industry who mentor people, share their knowledge and encourage their colleagues,” Sioned said. “WFN Allies is about inviting them to bring some of that experience and support into the network.
“Whether that’s mentoring someone through WFN, sharing their experience at an event, or encouraging women within their businesses to take part, there are lots of ways people can get involved.”
WFN Allies will provide opportunities for men to contribute to the network’s mentoring, professional development and industry events, helping WFN build on its existing activities and reach more women across the sector.
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