Tag: International Women's Day

A Call to Action: Empowering Women in Facilities Management

Editor’s note: This FM Perspectives op-ed was written in honor of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day (March 8). Facilities management is a dynamic field crucial to the smooth operation of businesses and institutions worldwide. Yet, despite its significance, the industry remains male-dominated. A recent study found that men outnumber women nine to one in […]

Women in FM: IFMA Reveals Global Stats, Highlights ‘Opportunities to Thrive’

As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, the International Facility Management Association (IFMA) has released a new global workforce report and offered some industry insights that may be surprising. “The facility management industry has never been stronger, more accessible, or more attractive to a diverse workforce,” Don Gilpin, president and CEO of IFMA, told Facilities […]

SIA Honors 100 Women Security Leaders of 2023

The Security Industry Association (SIA) has revealed the 2023 honoree list for the SIA Women in Security Forum (WISF) Power 100. This initiative, presented by the SIA Women in Security Forum, honors 100 women in the security industry each year who are role models for actively advancing diversity, inclusion, innovation, and leadership in the community. “The SIA […]

Now & Next: Empowering Women in FM (Infographic)

In honor of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, top advocates in facilities management offer insights and inspiration for both seasoned professionals and women considering a career in the space. Please help spread the empowerment by sharing this Q&A infographic!