The Women in Trucking Association, an organization that supports the employment of women in the trucking industry, has formed a collaborative partnership with YRC Worldwide Inc. to address the obstacles currently faced by female drivers. In addition, the partnership will focus on the misconceptions and stereotypes that have traditionally deterred women from obtaining truck jobs.

Specific goals of the alliance include:

• Create and administer a national survey to analyze the views of female truckers on a myriad of issues including workplace environment, driving training, job satisfaction, and more.
• Expand and further develop current recruiting programs designed to encourage women to join the truck driving industry and fill a variety of positions.
• Improve training measures and the industry work environment for women.
• Develop information and literature (i.e. pamphlets, booklets, etc.) that address the safety issues female drivers face.
• Beginning open communication with major truck stops and the travel center industry to create environments that are more female-friendly. This would include improvements in safety, cleanliness, and available facilities.

If you would like to learn more, visit the official Women in Trucking website.