Tag: Diversity

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

Keeping our eyes on the prize – our children!

James Burroughs reflects on the importance of equity and inclusion in pediatric health care, and what helps him stay committed to the work.

June 23, 2025

Be you

This Juneteenth, James Burroughs, our chief equity and inclusion officer, shares his thoughts on the importance of being true to ourselves. It’s a powerful message

June 17, 2025