Alyshia Gálvez

About the Author

Alyshia Gálvez is a distinguished scholar and author whose work illuminates the intersections of food, trade, and social justice in the Americas. With a PhD in anthropology from the University of California, Berkeley, she has dedicated her career to examining how global economic policies impact local communities, particularly in Mexico. As a professor at Lehman College, City University of New York, Gálvez blends rigorous research with compelling narratives to expose the human costs of neoliberalism. Her acclaimed book, Eating NAFTA: Trade, Food Policies, and the Destruction of Mexico, critiques the North American Free Trade Agreement's role in undermining traditional agriculture and exacerbating inequality. Through her writing, Gálvez advocates for sustainable food systems and cultural preservation, earning praise for her insightful and accessible analysis of complex geopolitical issues.