In an ongoing effort to highlight careers in the trades and technology as a means towards economic stability, Bellingham Technical College, together with its partners, Whatcom Community College, Western Washington University, Northwest Indian College, Workforce Development Council, Northwest Washington Job Corps, Employment Security, Whatcom Tech Prep Consortium and Whatcom Tradeswomen, hosts an annual conference featuring women working in trade occupations.

Presentations feature women working successfully in these career areas:

Outside demos, Hands on activities, Opportunities to win prizes.

Information and resources for employment, funding, and training will be available from local organizations and agencies.

Community sponsorship has allowed us to grant scholarships for schooling or for tools/equipment for the past two years. Conference attendance is required for eligibility. Applications are available at the conference.

Please join us in this special event:

• If you are curious about career options
• If you want to expand your horizons
• If you'd like information about employment opportunities with local businesses
• If you are an employer interested in diversifying your employee base
• If you are a service provider interested in nontraditional career options.

For more information, call Chris Eder at Bellingham Technical College 360.752.8483 or email ceder@btc.ctc.edu.