Tao Leigh Goffe

Tao Leigh Goffe is an award-winning writer and theorist, and an Associate Professor at Hunter College, CUNY. In this engaging talk, she unravels the dark legacy of Columbus's arrival in the Caribbean and its connection to the climate crisis. Goffe discusses how historical exploitation, especially through guano mining, shaped both ecological and social injustices. She emphasizes the vital importance of Black thought in reshaping our understanding of climate issues and calls for a rethinking of policies through the lens of marginalized communities. Her reflections span personal journeys, resilience, and the urgent need for decolonization.