Groundbreaking Initiative--AEC Unites--Launched to Increase Black Participation in the AEC Industry
WASHINGTON, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today national leaders in architecture, engineering and construction are launching AEC Unites to inspire, promote and spur equity and inclusion in the AEC industry for Black talent and Black-owned businesses. Historically, Blacks have been severely underrepresented in AEC, which employs over 13 million workers—9% of the U.S. workforce. In 2022, Black workers held only 7% of all AEC jobs even though they represented 13% of all workers. By contrast, White workers comprise 77% of the workforce yet hold 87% of all construction jobs and 83% of all architecture and engineering jobs.
- In 2022, Black workers held only 7% of all AEC job s even though they represented 13% of all workers.
- As a nonprofit membership organization, AEC Unites seeks to increase intentional opportunities for Black talent and Black-owned businesses in all facets of the AEC industry.
- Moved to action, she enlisted industry leaders as her co-founders and is serving as AEC Unites board chair and president.
- Building a more inclusive and just AEC industry for Black businesses, professionals and talent is a long-term endeavor.