University of Minnesota Program MyGender Dolls Clarified Amidst Controversy
A University of Minnesota program called MyGender Dolls, developed by the Eli Coleman Institute for Sexual and Gender Health, has faced scrutiny. Conservative outlets claimed the program involved transgender therapy for children as young as four and had ties to…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, July 27, 2026 —
The Eli Coleman Institute for Sexual and Gender Health at the University of Minnesota has addressed scrutiny surrounding its program, MyGender Dolls. Reports from some conservative outlets alleged the program offered transgender therapy to children as young as four years old and suggested a connection to Governor Tim Walz.
A fact-check conducted by KSTP, a local news outlet, clarified the nature of the MyGender Dolls. The materials are described as paper dolls designed to serve as a therapeutic tool for use by licensed professionals. The findings indicate that these dolls are not intended for deployment in public school settings.
Researchers involved with the program emphasized that the MyGender Dolls are intended for clinical application. They stated that any licensed professional wishing to utilize this tool would first need to undergo specific training. Furthermore, there is currently no established launch date for the program or the dolls.
The office of Governor Tim Walz has formally denied any association with the MyGender Dolls program. The clarifications aim to provide accurate information regarding the program’s development, intended use, and any perceived affiliations.
Story summarized from the original created by Cory Knudsen on kstp.com, see more information here.
