Future in Tech & You: Empowering TY Girls to Lead the Future of Construction
TY girls after workshop on diversity and inclusion in construction industry
11th April 2025, ATU Sligo
Last week, Future Cast proudly hosted Future in Tech & You — a transformative, one-day event at ATU Sligo that brought together Transition Year girls from across the region to explore the exciting intersection of technology, construction, and leadership.
At its core, the event was about one thing: possibility. What’s possible when young women are given the tools, knowledge, and confidence to envision themselves in roles traditionally underrepresented by their gender? The answer, as we witnessed, is a whole lot.
Geological experiments and WR experience were demonstrated during the event
Learning Through Experience
Led by a team of Future Cast experts — Oksana Koshman, Dave Plunkett, and Mark McGowan — participants took a deep dive into:
Geology’s vital role in sustainable construction
3D concrete printing and how it’s shaping the future of building
The power of Digital Twins in design and innovation
Essential soft skills for leadership and collaboration
The importance of diversity and inclusion in the STEM landscape
Construction moodboard
Soft Skills Development through acting tasks
Why It Matters
At Future Cast, our mission goes beyond innovative construction technologies. We are actively working to reshape the face of the construction industry — by breaking down barriers, championing gender equality, and creating space for new voices to lead.
Events like this are a critical part of that mission. They help spark early interest, build self-belief, and connect young women with real opportunities in STEM and construction careers.
See the Day in Action
From smiling group shots to hands-on workshop moments, the day was packed with energy and inspiration.
