Lawson’s ‘better way’ inspires new summer camp

By , Daily Memphian Published: July 02, 2026 4:00 AM CT

Mark Matheny attributes the teachings of Rev. James Lawson Jr. for inspiring “A Walk Into Nonviolence,” a four-day children’s camp for ages 5-12. 

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Amaya Taylor

Amaya Taylor

A native Memphian, Amaya Taylor is a Princeton University junior pursuing an A.B. in English with a minor in journalism. Taylor is a writer and editor at The Daily Princetonian, where she covers theater, film and culture. 


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