Friday 3rd October 2025
Marvel Stadium, Melbourne
HONOURING THE EVERYDAY HERO
Friday 3rd October 2025
Marvel Stadium, Melbourne
The EWIT Gala 2025
On Friday 3rd of October 2025, the trades industry will gather for a night unlike any other.
At the iconic Marvel Stadium, 400 attendees - industry leaders, tradie trailblazers, and emerging talent - will come together to network, celebrate, and champion the future of trades in Australia.
CEOs, first-year apprentices, business owners, and trailblazers will all stand side-by-side.Every guest feels empowered, connected, and part of something bigger.
The EWIT Gala is more than an event. It’s a moment in history. A celebration of the everyday heroes who keep our world working. Each sponsor at the EWIT Gala is not just supporting an evening - they're stepping into a pivotal role in shaping the future of a rapidly transforming industry.
This night will honour the unsung legends.
The hands-on, problem-solving, heart-driven heroes that make our industry thrive.
The Date
Friday 3rd October 2025 at Marvel Stadium
The Audience
400 industry leaders, tradie trailblazers, and emerging talent
The Experience
The ultimate recognition and celebration of The Everyday Hero.
GENERAL ADMISSION
Empowered Women In Trades
GALA 2025
Honouring The Everyday Hero
*To cater for individual dietary needs, tickets are sold one at a time.
WATCH THE PREVIOUS GALA - 2024 ewit gala and awards night
Introducing EWIT
At Empowered Women in Trades (EWIT) we are dedicated to revolutionising the trades industry and creating a future where women and non-binary people are empowered, represented and thriving in skilled trades careers.
Why Does It Matter?
The Stats Speak for Themselves
Women only hold 1 out of 100 industry trades apprenticeships.
Female representation in trades is only 3% with some trades such as Carpentry (ANZSCO331212) and Welding (ANZSCO322313) only having 1% female representation.
47% have left or thinking of leaving. The percentage of female tradies that have left or thinking about leaving is due to lack of respect / harassment.
Labour shortages have been identified in 100 of 293 occupations nationally, with the technicians and trades workers group showing a labour shortage across every state in the country.
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia
Our vision is to create a unified and inclusive community that connects stakeholders within the skilled trades industries. Together, we can shift the industry culture to one where everyone can thrive.
We firmly believe that every woman and non-binary person deserves the opportunity to build a fulfilling and rewarding skilled trade career.
Our programs, services and events are a gateway to a world of opportunities and support for women in trades.
A Note From The EWIT Team
Hacia Atherton
Founder
At Empowered Women in Trades (EWIT), we believe tradespeople are the everyday heroes of our communities delivering clean water, safe homes, and the infrastructure that keeps our country running.
But beyond the work they do, bringing more women into trades changes lives in ways most people never see.
I’ve spoken to women who’ve entered the trades and no longer face the heartbreaking choice between feeding themselves or their children.
They’ve gone from living week to week to building stable, prosperous futures. By empowering women into trades, we’re not only addressing Australia’s critical skills shortage we’re breaking cycles of financial hardship and driving our nation’s economic growth.
Together, we can create a stronger, more inclusive industry and a brighter future for all.
Mel Davis
General Manager
Why recognition matters, and why we need you.
At Empowered Women in Trades (EWIT), we believe that recognising industry leaders and trailblazers isn't just a celebration - it's a catalyst for change. These individuals and organisations are shifting the narrative, breaking barriers, and actively building an industry where all people, regardless of gender, are empowered to thrive.
Our annual gala is more than a night of accolades. It’s a movement. It’s a chance to shine a light on the bold innovators who are doing the real work to move our sector forward. When we honour them, we elevate the standard for what inclusive, human-centred leadership looks like.
Your sponsorship isn’t just about brand visibility, it’s about being part of something bigger. It signals to the industry, to our future workforce, and to the community that your organisation stands for progress, equity, and impact.
Join us in recognising the leaders who are shaping the trades of tomorrow.
Together, we can drive the change we want to see.
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Our Awards
2024 Telstra Best of Business Awards Winner (VIC)
2024 Telstra Best of Business Awards National Finalist
2024 Australian Enterprise Awards Leading Innovator in Workforce Diversity
2023 Top 100 Women in Construction
The EliteX Top 10 Extraordinary Female CEOs To Watch in 2023
2023 Australian Enterprise Awards Most Empowering Career Development Coach
Insight Success Top 10 Most Influential Women Entrepreneurs of 2022
Disruptors Magazine Top 30 Inspirational Women to Watch in 2022
Partner's Who Joined the Movement
The EWIT movement is built on the belief that real change happens when courageous brands stand beside courageous people.
Over the years, we've been proud to partner with organisations who share our vision:
Empowering everyday heroes, celebrating trailblazers, and transforming the future of trades.
Together, we’ve created opportunities, opened doors, changed conversations and transformed lives.
We honour the brands who have backed this movement and invite you to join a growing list of visionary partners who are helping shape the future.
Alliance Members
Our Impact
Our Features
GENERAL ADMISSION
Empowered Women In Trades
GALA 2025
Honouring The Everyday Hero
*To cater for individual dietary needs, tickets are sold one at a time.
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