Photos from Balloon Launch April 14 at Centenary to Raise Awareness about Violence Against Women

News Release about the Balloon Launch

Circular drive in front of Anderson Choral Building forms the backdrop for the Up, Up and Away Balloon Launch, designed to raise awareness about Violence Against Women. The 312 balloons represent the 312 women who are raped in four hours in the U.S.

Desiree Earle (left photo), Centenary's Violence Against Women coordinator, is interviewed by KTBS-TV News. Joy Aull of Centenary's Department of Public Safety (right photo) is interviewed by News Channel 6, KTAL.

Participants and photographers prepare for the launch.

Balloons are "Up, Up and Away."

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