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Ruth Reed - first female President of the Royal Institute of British Architects

Ruth Reed became the first female President of the RIBA on 1 September 2009, the year in which it celebrates its 175th anniversary.

Ruth is the 73rd RIBA President, a position previously held by Sir G. Gilbert Scott and Sir Basil Spence among others. She took over the two-year elected presidency from Sunand Prasad, who is now RIBA Immediate Past President.

RIBA President Ruth Reed said:

"There is no doubt that the state of the architectural profession today is very different to that of two years ago; the economic recession has affected each and every practice and practictioner regardless of their size or geographic location. One of my key priorities as RIBA President is to ensure that the Institute continues to fully support and promote the profession, and work through this difficult time. I will be working with members across the country on sharing best practice, in order that we retain our world class profession and emerge stronger to meet the challenges of the new economic climate."

Ruth's election manifesto was predicated on, among other issues, greater member engagement. In response to this promise, Ruth will be embarking on programme of visits to the UK nations and regions.

See press release| for further details.

 

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