Pride and the threads that connect us
“My right to be me is tied with a thousand threads to your right to be you.” In a guest post for In the Burroughs,
June 24, 2026
Tag: Diversity
What makes someone a hero? My dad showed me.
James Burroughs reflects on his father and the powerful lessons that shaped his commitment to equity and inclusion at Children’s Minnesota.
June 16, 2026
History is a social determinant of health
James Burroughs reflects on Juneteenth, 1776 and why understanding history matters today for improving the health of all children.
June 15, 2026
Moving forward with hope and action: our culture of inclusion
Learn how our Children’s Minnesota employee resource groups and new employee orientation build belonging for staff, patients and families.
May 12, 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
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
Welcome to the conversation
From child life specialist to Children’s Minnesota CEO — Dr. Emily Chapman’s story is all about putting kids first. In her first blog, she invites
December 9, 2025
My coming out journey: lessons for parents and others
Dr. Kade Goepferd shares their heartfelt coming out story while offering practical lessons for parents, families and allies on supporting LGBTQ+ loved ones with empathy,
October 10, 2025
