Connecticut Children’s is committed to strengthening our culture related to diversity, equity and inclusion to ensure team members, patients, families and community partners all feel respected and a sense of belonging within our organization. As part of that, we recognize the importance of honoring medical pioneers – physicians, […]
Martin Luther King Jr. Day provides a time for all of us to reflect on the life and legacy of the renowned civil rights leader while also focusing on opportunities that still exist to bring about health equity as well as racial and social justice. At Connecticut Children’s, […]
Native American Heritage Month provides an opportunity to teach children about the contributions, histories and cultures of Indigenous peoples and acknowledges the tremendous contributions they have made to our country. At Connecticut Children’s, we celebrate Native American Heritage Month and other culture months as part of our journey […]
Hispanic Americans and Latinx Americans have made an important impact on the healthcare field. As part of Connecticut Children’s diversity, equity and inclusion journey, and our celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, we continue with our Medical Pioneers series. The series honors physicians, surgeons, nurses and scientists – […]
By: Larry Milan Enhancing diversity, equity and inclusion at Connecticut Children’s is a key strategic priority for our organization. We welcome the opportunity to build on our strong foundation to ensure a culture that is welcoming and inclusive for all team members, patient families and community partners. We […]
The annual Juneteenth celebration provides an important opportunity for all of us to reflect on the progress we have made individually and as a society in addressing racial and social injustice, while also acknowledging the tremendous work that still lies ahead to eliminate racism, discrimination and bias and […]
Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans have contributed extensively to the rich history of our country and their impact on the healthcare field as medical pioneers is remarkable. As part of Connecticut Children’s diversity, equity and inclusion journey, and our celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, we […]
By: Nancy Caperino, LCSW, ACSW and Lauren Dominique Racial and social justice is at the heart of our work with children, families and our community. That’s why Connecticut Children’s and Connecticut Children’s Office for Community Child Health (the Office) have an ongoing commitment to racial and social justice. […]
