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Frequently asked Questions about the Women In Trucking Association

Although the Women In Trucking (WIT) Association was formed over fourteen years ago, there are still many people who don’t understand our mission and who we represent.  This article will answer the top frequently asked questions we receive.

First, let me remind you of our mission.  The Women In Trucking Association is a nonprofit organization that was formed to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments, and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry. 

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Have we increased the presence of women in trucking?

March is Women’s History Month and the Women In Trucking Association was formed in March of 2007.  Now, fourteen years later, how have we advanced our mission to “encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, address obstacles, and promote accomplishments?”

The first question we are usually asked by the media or potential members is in regard to the percentage of women employed in the trucking industry.  After all, according to W. Edwards Deming, a statistician and quality control expert, You can’t manage what you can’t measure.”

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