NAWIC North East Working Parent Panel Discussion

How can we create a construction industry where careers and family life can thrive side by side?

Join NAWIC North East for an engaging panel discussion that explores the experiences of working parents across the built environment sector. Together, we'll discuss the realities of balancing career ambitions with parenting responsibilities, the challenges individuals and families continue to face, and the positive changes helping to create more inclusive workplaces.

Sponsored by TWO PLUS TWO, this event will bring together professionals with a range of personal and professional experiences to share honest insights into parenthood, workplace culture and career progression within construction and the wider built environment.

Topics we'll explore include:

• The reality of combining a career in construction with family life
• The role of paternity leave and shared parenting in creating greater equality
• Supporting single parents and diverse family structures
• Flexible working, workplace culture and meaningful support
• Creating inclusive policies that work for everyone
• The future of family-friendly careers in the construction industry

This conversation isn't just for parents. Whether you're a leader, manager, colleague, employer, parent or ally, you'll leave with valuable insights into how we can build workplaces that better support people at every stage of life.

📍 Location
One Strawberry Lane, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4BX

⌚ Timings

• 9:30 am – Breakfast, tea & coffee and networking
• 10:00 – 11:30 am – Panel Discussion

Speakers:

• Chair: Olivia Penner, Operations Manager, TWO PLUS TWO
• Kim Peeke-Vout, Senior Project Manager, AtkinsRéalis
• Phil Lloyd, Associate Director, Space Architects
• Charlie Sander, Currently on Maternity Leave

Why Attend?

Join us for an open and honest discussion about what it really means to balance work and family life in today's construction industry.

Hear personal experiences from professionals with different parenting and caring responsibilities, explore the challenges and opportunities facing modern families, and discover practical ways organisations can foster more supportive and inclusive working environments.

Whether you're looking to improve workplace practices, support your team more effectively or simply gain a better understanding of the experiences of others, this event offers fresh perspectives and practical takeaways that can make a real difference. How can the construction industry better support working parents while creating more inclusive workplaces?

Tickets:
This event is free to attend, but registration is essential.

Everyone is welcome to attend. While this event is hosted by NAWIC, it is open to all professionals, regardless of gender or whether you are a NAWIC member.

Spaces are limited. Register today to join the conversation and help shape a more inclusive future for the construction industry.