Integrating Women from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Backgrounds into Construction Workforce: A Review of Literature
摘要
Women from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds in Australia are confronted by significant challenges towards gaining meaningful employment. These challenges, such as lack of/limited education and skill development, language barrier, discrimination, and gender issues hinder their resettlement journeys. Among the many industries that could potentially benefit from the workforce represented by CALD women, construction is one of the largest industries that heavily relies on labour but suffocates from a lack of skills and under-representation of women. While the limited research highlights the need for more female construction employees, little is known about the experiences and challenges of women from CALD backgrounds in obtaining employment and the availability of training programmes. This book chapter presents a review of the literature on workforce participation of these women with an emphasis on Australian construction sector. It aims to provide valuable insights for future research and the government agencies by focussing on the educational needs of CALD women in vulnerable communities who seek employment opportunities, particularly, in the Australian construction industry.