Masons Ink’s groundbreaking initiative focuses on upskilling and training women in vernacular construction techniques, aiming to bridge the gender gap prevalent in the industry. Based in Bangalore, Masons Ink Studio collaborates closely with a community of women workers, empowering them with the knowledge and expertise necessary to become proficient in traditional building methods.

With a strong emphasis on dignity of work, gender parity and community engagement, Masons Ink also cultivates leadership and entrepreneurship within their trainees. Their project will deliver skilling and capacity building of women masons in alternative and sustainable building techniques and collaboration partner gender organisations. This collaborative approach, which combines traditional techniques with updated design principles, holds immense potential for transforming the local construction landscape and empowering marginalised communities.

By providing critical funding and support, the INTBAU Grassroots Grants Programme supports Masons Ink in expanding its training initiatives towards establishing a sustainable contracting firm, and ultimately, serve as a catalyst for widespread change in gender disparity as well as the urgent need for carbon neutral solutions in the construction industry.