FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Robertson County Health Council partners with TDH and Red Sand Events to Raise Awareness Around Human Trafficking
SPRINGFIELD, TN – August 2025 – The Robertson County Health Council, Tennessee Department of Health (TDH), and 70+ community organizations statewide raised awareness of Human Trafficking by hosting Red Sand Project events from July 28 to August 4, 2025. During the August 13, 2025 Robertson County Health Council Meeting, Pooja Channdelkar provided information to Health Council attendees on Human trafficking and The Red Sand Project (image of the Robertson County Health Council pictured above).
Human trafficking, an often-concealed issue, remains pervasive across Tennessee, the nation, and worldwide.
The Red Sand Project, an interactive art exhibition, serves as a poignant symbol of solidarity and awareness. Participants pour red sand into sidewalk cracks, visually representing how survivors of human trafficking often slip through the societal cracks unnoticed.
Communities throughout Tennessee will leverage the Red Sand Project to foster dialogue, education, and understanding. Art installations comprising natural, non-toxic red sand will dot sidewalks alongside informational events to raise public awareness and connect survivors with vital resources. To follow the Tennessee Department of Health events during the week, use hashtags: #RedSandProjectTN #TNcares #ItHasToStop
Individuals in need of assistance or seeking to report instances of trafficking are urged to contact the Tennessee Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-855-558-6484 or the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 (text: 233722) for local resources and support.
For comprehensive information on human trafficking, visit HumanTraffickingHotline.org. For more information on Red Sand Project visit RedSandProject.org
The Tennessee Department of Health and the Robertson County Health Council remain steadfast in its mission to safeguard the well-being and prosperity of Tennessee residents. Explore TDH services and initiatives at www.tn.gov/health.
Stay connected with TDH on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn @TNDeptofHealth! The Robertson County Health Council meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month from 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. and you can stay connected with the Health Council via their website RobertsonCountyHealthCouncil.com or via Facebook @RobertsonCountyTNHealthCouncil.