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Professional Parents Network

Encouraging professionals to remain in the construction industry requires demonstrating pathways for balancing motherhood with their careers.

 

This can range from family planning, navigating pregnancy to transitioning through maternity leave and returning to work. It is vital to create an environment that recognises and accommodates these life milestones.​

 

While individual companies are striving to support would-be parents through improving paid parental leave policies and keeping in touch throughout their leave, there remains a discernible gap – the lack of a comprehensive support network. The Professional Parents Network seeks to fill this void, offering informal meetups at local cafes or online tailored for those in the construction industry. It provides a space to discuss the challenges and joys of parenthood, maintain industry connections, and exchange insights on how companies support employees through this significant life transition.

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Want to know when our next Professional Parents Network is?

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Expression of Interest:
PPN Collective Registration

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Professional Parents Network connects PARENTS across the ACED community through curated, low‑pressure meetups—designed to fit around nap times, school hours, and part‑time schedules.

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Whether you’re on parental leave, easing back into work, or balancing professional ambition with family life, PPN Collective helps you stay connected, visible, and supported— and importantly, it fits around your schedule.

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PPN Collective is a simple, thoughtful way to:

  • Maintain industry connections while on parental leave

  • Rebuild confidence after returning to work part‑time

  • Meet like‑minded professionals who get your stage of life

  • Exchange knowledge, opportunities, and support in a relaxed setting

  • Network in a child-friendly environment over a coffee or even better - ice cream!​​

How it works:

  1. Sign up - Complete the Expression of Interest form below!

  2. Get matched - We thoughtfully pair you with another parent in the ACED community within a similar geographical location. The first round will launch on 25 May 2026.

  3. Reach out & Meet up-Enjoy a casual coffee, park visit, or child‑friendly space. No pressure. No pitches. Just genuine connection.

  4. Stay connected - Some matches become peers, mentors, friends—or simply a reminder that you’re not navigating this season alone.

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