The purpose of the Clothesline Project:
- To bear witness to the survivors, as well as the victims of the war against women.
- To help wiith the healing process for people who have lost a loved one, or are survivors of the violence.
- To educate, document, and raise society's awareness of the extent of violence against women.
- To provide a nationwide network of support, encouragement, and information.
Color-Coding
White:for women who have died of violence.
Yellow: for women who have been battered or assaulted
Red: for women who have been raped or sexuallly assaulted
Blue: for women survivors of incest or child sexual abuse.
