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
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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
Why more Black women die in pregnancy and what we need to do about it: my conversation with Dr. Indy Lane.
“We need to start by making Black women feel heard, understood and safe,” says Dr. Indy Lane, the leader of The Mother Baby Center. Dr.
April 16, 2025
Women’s history and leadership: insights from our team
More than 80% of Children’s Minnesota staff are women, and we couldn’t do what we do without them! For Women’s History Month, Dr. Sara Gonzalez
March 20, 2025
A Children’s Minnesota trailblazer is gone. Let’s never forget what she taught us.
Dr. Susan Ellis Crutchfield’s life is a testament to breaking barriers and forging new paths. From being the first Black woman to graduate from the
February 18, 2025
Building the best team: our chief nursing officer talks diversity
One way we can help kids be healthier is to reflect the communities we serve. If our patients and families see themselves in our staff,
January 31, 2025
Tikki Brown knows firsthand some of the challenges Minnesota children and families face. Here’s how she wants to help them.
Tikki Brown is the new commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families. She shares her goals and how she plans to reach
January 15, 2025
Keeping it 100! The history of DEI at Children’s Minnesota after 100 years
As we celebrate our centennial, what does the history of DEI look like at Children’s Minnesota? We don’t have a complete picture. But we do
October 7, 2024
Cultural humility vs. cultural proficiency: sometimes not knowing is the best answer.
When it comes to working with people who are different from us, cultural competence and proficiency are not the answers. Humble inquiry provides more guidance
July 24, 2024
