The Clothesline Project

Pathfinders to Host the Clothesline Project During 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

Pathfinders will be hosting The Clothesline Project, a powerful community event aimed at raising awareness and giving a voice to victims of gender-based violence. The event will take place during the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, offering a safe and therapeutic space for participants and community supporters to come together, share stories, and stand in solidarity against violence.

Event Details:

Armidale: 25 November 2024 | 10 am – 2 pm | Legacy Hall (89 Faulkner Street)

Kempsey: 26 November 2024 | 10 am – 2 pm | Many Rivers, (39 Elbow Street, West Kempsey) For the Kempsey event Register Here

Inverell: 27 November 2024 | 10 am- 2 pm | Inverell Town Hall (Otho Street & Evans Street)

The Clothesline Project is an interactive event where survivors of violence, along with their supporters, are invited to express their emotions by designing t-shirts. Each t-shirt becomes a canvas for personal stories, messages of hope, and expressions of solidarity. These t-shirts are then displayed on a public clothesline, symbolising the voices that can no longer remain silent.

Pathfinders Specialist Homelessness Services (SHS) will facilitate the events, creating a supportive and healing environment for participants. Attendees will have the opportunity to share their experiences, support one another, and contribute to raising awareness about the impact of gender-based violence. Counsellors will be available to provide emotional support and assistance to those in need, ensuring a safe space for participants throughout the events. The Inverell event is proudly supported by Best Community Shed, which has generously donated to support the event.

“The Clothesline Project is an opportunity for people to share their stories and show support for those affected by violence in our community,” said Janatha McKay Pathfinders, SHS Coordinator “We welcome survivors, their loved ones, and community members to join us in standing together against violence.”

Public Display Details:

Each T-shirt will be publicly displayed after the event as a powerful symbol of solidarity and strength.

Inverell: 5 December 2024 | 8:30 am – 4:00 pm | Located outside the Inverell Shire Council at 144 Otho Street, Inverell
Armidale: 4 December 2024 | 8:30 am – 4:00 pm | Located outside the Pathfinders office at 2/215 Beardy Street, Armidale
Kempsey: 2–6 December 2024 | 8:30 am – 4:00 pm | Gowings Complex, Kempsey Central. In Kempsey visit the walk-through gallery showcasing these T-shirts along with a video display featuring community voices and artwork by St. Paul’s students from our recent Love Bites campaign.