Category: Children’s Minnesota leadership

Why our nurses matter more than you may know

Our Children’s Minnesota nurses have a special mix of skills some people might not be aware of. Discover why their unique expertise matters so much.

May 1, 2026

Leadership means we, not me

For leaders feeling tired, uncertain or stretched thin: Your presence, imagination and humility matter more than having all the answers.

April 27, 2026

Listening, learning, leading: Alexis Kochanski and our Collective for Community Health

The Collective for Community Health at Children’s Minnesota focuses on improving children’s health by addressing social determinants beyond clinical care, such as food access and

April 8, 2026

Voices from Children’s Minnesota: what Transgender Day of Visibility means to us.

We celebrate National Transgender Day of Visibility this year amid growing challenges for transgender and gender-diverse people, especially youth. This blog shares perspectives from two

March 30, 2026

Keeping hope, equity and inclusion alive in 2026

At Children’s Minnesota, diversity, equity and inclusion aren’t trends. They’re central to who we are and how we care for kids. Our chief equity

February 27, 2026

What if our elected leaders really did put “kids first?”

Truly putting kids first means protecting them from trauma, investing in their health and safety, supporting families and valuing every child for who they are.

February 17, 2026

One photo. One nurse. A lasting legacy.

Lois Young was one of Minnesota’s first Black nurses. Learn how her legacy will inspire future generations at Children’s Minnesota.

February 3, 2026

A message to families: protecting children with trusted vaccine guidance

Children’s Minnesota CEO Emily Chapman, MD, offers trusted, evidence‑based guidance on recent federal vaccine changes to help families stay informed about how best to protect

January 13, 2026