Embracing Authenticity - Why It’s Okay to Be a Girl in Trades

Radmila Desic wants to live in a world where gender barriers in the trades are dismantled, and where every young person, regardless of background, has the opportunity to thrive in their chosen field.

As a trailblazing carpenter and joiner, and an advocate for women and youth in construction, she's been honoured as a Member of the Order of Australia and spotlighted for her significant contributions in various media outlets and government initiatives across Australia.

When she’s not breaking new ground in the construction industry or advocating for equal opportunities, you can find Radmila reminiscing about her early love for archaeology, or nurturing the next generation of tradespeople through mentoring and community involvement.

Her most impactful project — a dynamic initiative to empower women in trades — is continuing to create ripples of change in the industry.

Discover more about Radmila's journey in this podcast episode. If you're looking to find an apprenticeship, go to migas.com.au.