PUBLIC LECTURE by Dr Kate Shaw ~ ARC RESEARCH FELLOW architects Artists and gentrification: are they for hapless victims, knowing participants, or a source of creative resistance? Dr Kate peace.org ‘Shaw is an ARC Research Fellow in Architecture, Bulking and Planning at the University of Melbourne, Australia, with a PHD in urban planning and a master’s degree in urban policy. She recently co-ordinated the large ARC Linkage Project, Transnational and Temporary: students, community and place-making Jn central Melbourne (2005- 2008). She is currently working on a Discovery Project titled Planning the ‘creative city’: reconciling global strategies with local subcultures (2009-2012). Architea Pics. by Rodger Cummins 7PM, THURSDAY 1 OCTOBER 2009 RMIT Bldg 50, Orr St, Carlton REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED, ENTRY BY GOLD COIN DONATION Kate has a background in altemative cultures and activism. Her research interests include social equity, cultural diversity, housing markets, gentrification, and urban policy and planning. She has received several awards for her publications in these areas and is @ regular media commentator and policy advisor to various Melbourne councils and local campaigns. Her co-edited book, ‘Whose Urban Renaissance?’ An international comparison of urban regeneration strategies, was recently published by Routledge. words@ bid50 monthly talks in 2009 Mw Researchhsttite pV ISIONARY RMIT University 7” Design Development