Work Ready Women, Students and Career Counselors:  Curious about women's options in non-traditional careers? 

Training Programs:  Want to show off your inventive women-friendly apprenticeship program?  

Construction Companies:  Looking to share career opportunities with enthusiastic audiences?

Public Agencies:  Want to strut the cool stuff you do and find people to help you do it? 

Plan to visit and/or exhibit at the 2026 Women in Trades Fair. It's a fun opportunity to learn about living wage/lucrative careers in the construction trades and exhibitors feature almost every craft imaginable, from carpentry to sheet metal, electrical linework to elevator construction, ironwork to masonry, firefighting to meat cutting. It’s all here, both indoors and outdoors.

ALL are Welcome

Admission is FREE

2026 Education & Workforce Summit

The 2026 Education & Workforce Summit: King County Career Showcase brings together educators, employers, industry leaders, and community partners for a dynamic, future-focused event centered on building a strong regional talent pipeline. This annual summit highlights emerging workforce trends, innovative education strategies, and the evolving needs of King County’s key industries.

Participants will have the opportunity to explore interactive exhibits, hear from expert panelists, engage in solution-driven discussions, and connect directly with organizations committed to developing the next generation of talent. From K–12 and higher education to workforce development programs and employers, the Summit creates a space where collaboration drives meaningful impact.

Join us as we showcase new career pathways, celebrate partnerships, and work together to equip King County residents with the skills and opportunities needed to thrive in a rapidly changing workforce landscape.

A monthly gathering of RPAC members to build relationships, share insights, and stay connected to the construction community.

Can’t join us in person? Click the link to Join Virtually

AJAC’s Manufacturing Academy is your first step into a hands-on, high-demand career in advanced manufacturing. This no-cost pre-apprenticeship program gives you real experience working with tools, machines, and materials used by today’s manufacturers. In just 10 weeks, you’ll build practical skills, earn industry-recognized certifications, and get connected to local employers who are ready to hire.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking for a fresh career path, the Manufacturing Academy can help you launch a future with long-term opportunity and growth.

Apply today and the program manager will follow-up with you on next steps.

www.manufacturingacademy.org

Everett

• Structure of Program: Classroom learning takes place in person from Monday to Thursday. On Fridays, students will complete independent study from home.

• Class Requirement: Washington State Resident, 18 and older, legally allowed to work in the U.S.  You must attend each in-person class and complete all enrollment, application, funding, and enrollment paperwork.

• Class Start Date: April 1 – June 10, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 

• Length of Program: 10 Weeks (Monday – Friday)

• Location: Pathfinder Manufacturing (11400 Airport Rd. Everett, WA 98204)

AJAC’s Manufacturing Academy is your first step into a hands-on, high-demand career in advanced manufacturing. This no-cost pre-apprenticeship program gives you real experience working with tools, machines, and materials used by today’s manufacturers. In just 10 weeks, you’ll build practical skills, earn industry-recognized certifications, and get connected to local employers who are ready to hire.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking for a fresh career path, the Manufacturing Academy can help you launch a future with long-term opportunity and growth.

Apply today and the program manager will follow-up with you on next steps.

www.manufacturingacademy.org

Seattle

• Structure of Program: Classroom learning takes place in person from Monday to Thursday. On Fridays, students will complete independent study from home.

• Class Requirement: Washington State Resident, 18 and older, legally allowed to work in the U.S.  You must attend each in-person class and complete all enrollment, application, funding, and enrollment paperwork.

• Class Start Date: April 1 – June 10, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

• Length of Program: 10 Weeks (Monday – Friday)

• Location: South Seattle College—Georgetown Campus (6737 Corson Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108)

AJAC’s Manufacturing Academy is your first step into a hands-on, high-demand career in advanced manufacturing. This no-cost pre-apprenticeship program gives you real experience working with tools, machines, and materials used by today’s manufacturers. In just 10 weeks, you’ll build practical skills, earn industry-recognized certifications, and get connected to local employers who are ready to hire.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking for a fresh career path, the Manufacturing Academy can help you launch a future with long-term opportunity and growth.

Apply today and the program manager will follow-up with you on next steps.

www.manufacturingacademy.org

Tacoma

• Structure of Program: Classroom learning takes place in person from Monday to Thursday. On Fridays, students will complete independent study from home.

• Class Requirement: Washington State Resident, 18 and older, legally allowed to work in the U.S.  You must attend each in-person class and complete all enrollment, application, funding, and enrollment paperwork.

• Class Start Date: April 1 – June 10, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

• Length of Program: 10 Weeks (Monday – Friday)

• Location: Bates Technical College—Downtown Campus (1101 S. Yakima Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405)

A monthly gathering of RPAC members to build relationships, share insights, and stay connected to the construction community.

Can’t join us in person? Click the link to Join Virtually

A monthly gathering of RPAC members to build relationships, share insights, and stay connected to the construction community.

Can’t join us in person? Click the link to Join Virtually

Rainier Beach Action Coalition (RBAC) and it’s partners; Finance and Administrative Services and Priority Hire Advisory Committee invite you you:

CONSTRUCTION TRADES FAIR

• NO PRIOR EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• 26 YEARS OR OLDER

• GET CONNECTED FOR A CAREER PATH IN CONSTRUCTION

• NON-MANUAL LABOR OPPORTUNITIES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE!

Location: Tabor 100, 7100 Fort Dent Way #100, Tukwila, WA 98199

Contact Us for further information:

• Gregory Davis,206.914.1762

• Abdi Rahman, 206.788.6814

• info@rbactioncoalition.org

Please join us in-person for a collaborative meeting of pre-apprenticeship stakeholders seeking to improve access and equity to construction trade careers.

Please join us in-person for a collaborative meeting of pre-apprenticeship stakeholders seeking to improve access and equity to construction trade careers.

Please join us in-person for a collaborative meeting of pre-apprenticeship stakeholders seeking to improve access and equity to construction trade careers.

Domestic Abuse Women’s Network (DAWN), a non-profit Kent domestic violence resource organization, will be hosting “Purple Lights Night” for the first time since the COVID pandemic at Kent Station on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025, starting at 6:45 p.m.

The event is all about showing community solidarity for victims of domestic violence, informing the public about DAWN’s many support programs for victims and survivors, and promoting domestic violence awareness month in October.

In years past, DAWN has hosted a private gala. But, this year, Executive Director Gina Finley is taking a different, community-oriented approach. By designing the event around wider community participation, the issue of domestic violence will be brought up close and demystified.

On Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025 at 6:45 p.m., Purple Lights Night will be hosted at the Kent Campus Small Business Center in Kent Station, where DAWN and local officials will lead a community walk by DAWN through streets shining with purple lights, hung in remembrance of victims.

“Help us kick off a month-long awareness campaign for domestic violence where Kent Station and the roundabout, numerous businesses will be lit up purple,” organizers said. “This reception is limited to 95 people. Sign up now! After the reception the community is welcome to join us for a solidarity walk In Her Shoes to our office on Gowe at 6:45 p.m.”

DAWN’s goal is to grow the program, especially through intercity outreach. The program has connections with Renton and hopes to extend that reach to Burien, SeaTac, and other South King County communities.

Come join us at the Purple Light Nights Reception to shine a light on domestic violence and help save lives!

Purple Light Nights Reception - Shine a Light, Save a Life

Come join us at the Green River College- Kent Campus for a special evening dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence and supporting the work that DAWN does in the community. Our reception aims to shine a light on this important issue and honor those affected by it. Together, we can save a life and make a difference in our community. Don't miss out on this meaningful event!

The reception will be followed by a 1K walk to DAWN (and back to Kent Station) where the community is invited to walk in solidarity with survivors. Once at DAWN, refreshments will be served, the Mayor of Kent and Kent Chief of Police will share a few words on their committment to support those affected by domestic violence. Watch the city light up PURPLE to support the movement!

"Can't attend but want to save a survivor, donate here." DAWN - DOMESTIC ABUSE WOMENS NETWORK - Dawn Daily Donations Program

Grit City Connect: Construct Your Future

A networking event co-hosted by Tacoma City, Parks, and Schools

This forum is designed to:

• Facilitate meaningful engagement between prime contractors and potential subcontractors.

• Share insights into upcoming projects and procurement needs.

• Empowering small businesses by offering technical assistance that addresses the common barriers to capacity building and sustainable growth.

• Promote networking and partnerships within our contracting community so do not forget your capabilities statements!

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect directly with public agency staff, prime contractors, and technical assistance providers!

Grit City Connect: Prime Contractors Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/g/4TumWFQWYE?origin=lprLink

Grit City Connect: Subcontractors Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/g/bKYNLZSeYu?origin=lprLink

If you have any questions, please email:

EICoffice@tacoma.gov

Attn: GCC

Please join us in-person for a collaborative meeting of pre-apprenticeship stakeholders seeking to improve access and equity to construction trade careers.

The Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training program is seeking contractor and union partners to participate in mock interviews with program graduates. Please reach out to Charnae Blanding for more details. Charnae.blanding@seattlecolleges.edu

Please join us in-person for a collaborative meeting of pre-apprenticeship stakeholders seeking to improve access and equity to construction trade careers.