December 2021
Women In Construction New Mexico
Newsletter



Mission Statement

“The purpose for which the association is organized is to promote common interests of its members through membership, networking, community outreach, training, and to advance and maintain an enlightened understanding of women in the construction industry.” 










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Hello Members and Friends of WICNM,

Just a quick moment from us to you, to say Happy Holidays and thank you for making 2021 a successful year for Women in Construction New Mexico. I encourage you to renew your membership in 2022 and join us as we fulfill our mission once again in the coming year.
We hold our mission statement near and dear and it means:
·    That we, women in construction, have a place to share our challenges, successes, and pride for an industry that not only do we love, but it’s an industry that leaves a lasting impact on the communities we live and work in.
·     It means friendship and compassion for our fellow women in the industry and in our community.
·     It means we have a way to come together and make a difference.
·     It means that we have found and belong to a supportive and uplifting place.
·     Thank you for your membership, your participation, and your support of Women in Construction. 
Jane Jernigan
“Give Back”

Donating to Crossroads For Women
Thanks to our members who purchased gifts for the residents at Crossroads for Women. On December 13th, we had a wonderful team of volunteers that wrapped all of the presents; there were 250 gifts!

Thanks to WICNM Volunteers: Tamara Olive, Analisa Perez, Gia Espinoza, Kelly Earnest, Sharon Montoya, Jane Jernigan, Irma, Jonathan, Jordynn, Marcy, & Emerson!
We Got Things Done in 2021!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks to the board, the committees, the volunteers, and YOU, our members, we had a very successful year!

In 2021 we were able to start meeting in person again:

  • March 11th – We had an online happy hour – Shananigans
  • May 20th Round Table Discussion on what we learned, how our life changed, and what we will keep from the Pandemic. We also recognized our outgoing board members, incoming board members and past president Barb Hatch
  • July 15th – We had our Backyard Happy Hour
  • September 16th we had a lunch with a presentation about working with different generations in the workplace.  

Other things we did in 2021:

  • We had an official proclamation that March 7-13 is “Women in Construction Week” in New Mexico
  • We increased our membership to 70
  • We collected money donations for Barrett House for homeless women
  • We had volunteers move, organize, and clean up the supply shed at Barrett House
  • We had another volunteer day at Barrett House to clean and organize the gardening shed
  • We held a food drive for Crossroads for Women
  • We purchased gifts for the gift buying campaign for Crossroads for Women
  • We will helped wrap presents for Crossroads
  • We have published a monthly newsletter
  • The board met 11 times
  • Committees also meet each month 
The 2022 WICNM Board of Directors

President – Jane Jernigan
Vice President – Gia Espinoza
Secretary – Stephanie Pena
Treasurer – Diane Huerta
Past President – Barb Hatch
Directors:
Kelly Earnest
Angie Ruth
Tracy Libaridian
Sharon Montoya
WICNM is Membership Driven
Membership in WICNM is only $50 per year and leaves no doubt to its value and return on investment. As a member, you receive a membership discount on membership meetings, and are able to attend our networking events at no-charge. Just the networking events only are a $45 face value!

The real value of membership is not monetary though, it's about connecting and belonging to a group of women that understand and take pride in the industry of construction just like you. It's what we all have in common whether you're wearing a hard hat in the field or a suit to the office. If you have a hand in the construction industry, this is where you belong.


Why Join?
  • Belong to the only association in New Mexico specifically for Women in the construction industry
  • Support women in our industry
  • Networking evening events
  • Membership Meetings with relevant, informative, and interesting speakers
  • Monthly Newsletter highlighting our association, our members, women in the industry, events, and community support opportunities.
  • Committees - Planning, Marketing & Membership, Philanthropy
  • Opportunities to give to and help women in our community
  • It's FUN!



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