CTBUH Announces New Women Rising Initiative on International Women's Day

On the eve of International Women's Day, the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) is thrilled to announce the launch of Women Rising—a bold new initiative aimed at advancing women in the tall buildings and sustainable cities industry. This exceptional program is dedicated to empowering women professionals, fostering a culture where diversity ignites innovation and propels excellence.

Mission

CTBUH Women Rising empowers and elevates women in the tall buildings and sustainable cities industry through transformative programs and high-impact events, creating significant opportunities for women professionals to build powerful networks, accelerate their professional development, access mentorship from industry leaders, and forge meaningful business connections that drive success and innovation.

Vision

Our vision is to create a globally inclusive industry where women thrive as leaders, innovators, and changemakers in sustainable urban development, cultivating a diverse and dynamic professional landscape that excels through collaboration, drives innovation, and champions equity at every level.

Key Objectives

Networking and Collaboration: Curate high-energy events that empower women professionals to forge influential connections, exchange transformative ideas, and cultivate meaningful relationships across disciplines and sectors, fueling collaborative innovation and business growth.

Education and Professional Development: Develop cutting-edge initiatives that equip women professionals with advanced leadership capabilities, specialized technical expertise, and insights into emerging industry trends, empowering them to drive innovation and achieve unparalleled success.

Mentorship Programs: Establish dynamic mentorship pathways that strategically pair emerging talent with accomplished industry leaders, providing the next generation of professionals with unparalleled guidance and insight to soar to new heights.

Women Rising is open to all CTBUH members, including women at all career stages, industry allies, and organizations committed to championing diversity and inclusion. Together, we are building a more equitable, innovative, and collaborative industry.

Get Involved

Stay tuned for more information about upcoming Women Rising events, including the upcoming webinar "Timber Rising: Exploring the Role of Wood in Europe's Tall Buildings" on April 16, led by Women Rising committee member Julia Köhler. This presentation is part of the pre-event webinar series leading up to the CTBUH 2025 Europe Conference, June 3–5 in Amsterdam and Rotterdam.