ABRAVA’s Women’s Committee is continuing its efforts to strengthen women’s participation, professional development and leadership in Brazil’s heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) sector. Established in March 2020, the Committee organizes networking, training, research and leadership initiatives for women from different professional backgrounds.
One of its main activities is the National Meeting of Women in the HVACR Sector. The seventh edition took place in Rio de Janeiro in October 2026, attracting approximately 120 participants.
The Committee also conducts research into challenges affecting women working in HVACR. Its latest survey, carried out in 2025, identified progress toward gender balance in leadership positions while highlighting continuing barriers to career development and work–life balance.
During Global HVACR Women Week 2026, the Committee’s activities were presented as an example of how professional networks can support women’s careers and encourage greater inclusion in the cooling sector.
