NYC Audubon, dedicated to protecting birds and nature, officially changed its name Thursday, citing its namesake’s ties to slavery.
NYC Audubon, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting birds and nature, officially changed its name Thursday — citing its namesake’s history of views and actions that the organization described as harmful to Black and Indigenous people.
“Today marks a significant moment in our organization’s history,” said Jessica Wilson, the organization’s executive director. “Our new name, NYC Bird Alliance, better encapsulates our mission to protect birds and their habitats while making the city healthier for all New Yorkers, both birds and people. This change will help us broaden our reach and deepen our impact across the diverse communities of New York City.
But the organization did acknowledge that Audubon’s contributions to art and ornithology were significant, despite the views he held and actions he took that today could serve as a barrier between people who might otherwise become involved in protecting bird species. For example, the alliance conducts guided bird outings in public housing developments in partnership with the Public Housing Community Fund.
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