In 2023, we were grateful to receive a generous gift from the estate of Merloyd Lawrence. Merloyd was the longtime book editor of NhRP founder Steven M. Wise and a vital member of the NhRP family. She brought deep insight and an exceptionally sensitive eye to the work she did with Steve on each of his four books, helping to develop them so they would resonate powerfully with a wide audience. Steve’s and Merloyd’s professional partnership was an exceptionally close one, forged over many years of Steve writing about nonhuman animal rights, human rights, and nonhuman animal cognition; through this partnership, they also became close friends.
Merloyd was an avid supporter of our mission, often sending emails to Steve cheering us on when she received NhRP updates. She was also a passionate advocate for environmental advocacy and child health and development.
By planning this gift from her estate, Merloyd established a legacy of her commitment to the important work of the NhRP. Her generosity helps ensure that the NhRP can continue our mission to secure legally recognized rights for nonhuman animals, a cause she deeply believed in during her lifetime. Her support will have a lasting impact on the lives of animals, advancing the fight for their rights and dignity. We are eternally grateful for her extraordinary support.
Merloyd passed away in Cambridge, MA at age 89. She is greatly missed.
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