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At Sisterhood of Trades, we believe in empowering and connecting the next generation of tradeswomen and tradesmen worldwide. Our mission is to advocate for women, close the skills gap, elevate blue-collar excellence, and show the world that trades are not just jobs, they are careers that build communities, families, and the future. Governments all over the world are investing in growth and with that comes the need to build. New schools, businesses, bridges, roads, and power p

Remembering Amber Czech and Outi Hicks In the early morning of a regular work day, a young welder, Amber Czech, showed up to build her future. At just 20 years old, she had completed a 10-month welding program and stepped into the trades with skill, ambition, and pride. Then, in a devastating turn of events, was brutally murdered by a male coworker on the job site. Amber’s death is heartbreaking - but to our community, it must do far more than evoke sorrow, it must drive cha

Education serves as a foundation for every journey in life, offering us essential skills, broad knowledge, and critical thinking abilities. These tools enable individuals to access better opportunities, enhance their quality of life, and foster both personal and professional development. Promoting trades education within high schools brings a range of advantages. Not every student is inclined toward or interested in pursuing a college education. Not all students thrive in tr

Domestic violence doesn’t stay at home. It follows people into their jobs, their job sites, their crews, and their communities - and for a long time, we’ve pretended it doesn’t. In the trades, where our work is built on safety, teamwork, and trust, we cannot afford to ignore the reality that violence at home directly impacts safety at work. And yet, we do. Every day. For many tradeswomen, including myself, domestic violence isn’t an abstract concept - it’s something we’ve liv

Written by Brooke Laing Each year on November 14th, the world observes World Diabetes Day, marking the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, the Canadian physician who discovered insulin. Established in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization (WHO), the day serves as a global reminder of the growing impact of diabetes – and the collective need for awareness, access, and advocacy. This year’s campaign centers on access to care, educat

For a long time, I waited for an invitation. An invitation to the table, to be noticed, the one where decisions were made, where ideas were heard, and where people who looked nothing like me seemed to belong without question. But the invitation never came. At first, I thought maybe I wasn’t ready yet, I’m new to the industry, maybe I had to earn it. Maybe I need to prove myself more. So I worked harder, learned more, showed up early, researched as much as I could, and did eve

Featuring Tradespeople who are Building Skills and Creating Content How Young Tradespeople Are Using Social Media to Reshape the Perception of Skilled Labor Scroll through TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube Shorts and you’ll see it…short clips of welders laying down a perfect bead, carpenters transforming raw wood into works of art, electricians breaking down complex wiring systems in plain language. What once lived in shop floors, garages, and job sites is now finding a global st

Ahhh, the age-old question. How do we get more young people interested in the trades? We all know our industry needs more machinists, welders, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and electricians - we see the statistics almost every week on LinkedIn...but are we actively doing anything to change that? Are the people who are in power...doing anything to change that? And in case you haven't seen the statistics, I've done some research: The American Welding Society (AWS) projects about

In the fast-paced world of work—especially in the trades—it’s easy to focus only on deadlines, output, and technical precision. But there’s a simple, often overlooked tool for improving morale and performance: a genuine compliment. While it may seem small, recognition can have an outsized impact on employee engagement, motivation, and even retention. Why Compliments Matter 1. Recognition Fuels Motivation - When employees hear that their skills, effort, or attitude are apprec

The trades are built on skill, grit, and perseverance. But behind every successful tradesperson is something just as important as technical know-how: a strong support system (similar but different from your network). Whether you’re an apprentice learning the ropes, a journeyperson tackling complex projects, or a business owner managing crews, the reality is the same; the trades can be physically demanding, mentally exhausting, and sometimes isolating. Having people who’ve got