KIDS Rainbow
Mission
The Youth Advisory Council (KIDS Rainbow) at University Hospitals was established to center the pediatric patient voice in UH Rainbow's efforts. KIDS Rainbow aim is to encourage and promote a diverse collaboration between youth and the Hospital to address the top health priority needs in the communities they serve.
Vision
That UH Rainbow initiatives will be driven by the ideas and innovations of the youth it aims to serve.
Objective
The Youth Advisory Council Board, known as "KIDS Rainbow," is an initiative led by UH Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital to promote youth leadership and collaboration within the healthcare continuum. With the support of the PPN (Pediatric Pandemic Network and iCAN (International Children's Advisory Network), this council will empower youth to use their voices and provide valuable feedback on improving health outcomes and resiliency for children, families, and communities within the UH Rainbow network.
Goals
- Fostering collaboration for widespread impact
- Addressing disparities and the impact of emergencies, disasters and pandemics
- Advocating for the pediatric voice
Spring 2024 Resources
Fall 2024 Resources
Spring 2025 Meetings
- Empowerment and Support for Youth: January 16th, 2025: Advisors will recap their work from the Fall 2024 semester and begin creating resources to empower one another regarding the identified health needs.