Girls in Civil: Empowering Women in Engineering
Take a break, we’re on Smoko. This week, we sit down with the incredible founders of Girls in Civil: Sofía D. Boscio-López, Gilmarie O’Neill Medina, Charmelis A. Reyes Cruz, Laura M. Rosario Gonzalez, and Gabriela Yáñez González. Together, they’ve built a nonprofit dedicated to inspiring and supporting women in civil engineering.
Each founder shares her unique path into the profession—driven by family legacy, a love for math, or a fascination with structures—and offers insights into their respective specialties, from geotechnical to transportation to structural engineering.
"We started Girls in Civil to uplift one another and build a space where women feel seen, supported, and empowered in engineering." – Girls in Civil Founders
The conversation dives into the critical role civil engineers play in building sustainable, resilient communities, and the challenges faced when transitioning from university to the professional world. The Girls in Civil share advice on mentorship, overcoming barriers, and creating inclusive pathways for future engineers.
Whether you’re already in the field, considering civil engineering, or just curious about how infrastructure shapes society, this episode is packed with purpose, passion, and powerful storytelling.