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Exploring diversity through Barbie dolls

A new doll representing a person with Down's syndrome was launched by US toy manufacturer Mattel last week. This reflects the company's commitment to diversity and inclusivity and its effort to counter social stigma through play.

Bangkok Post · May 1, 2023

Barbie unveils Anna May Wong doll for AAPI Heritage Month

Six months after she was immortalized with a U.S. quarter, Asian American Hollywood trailblazer Anna May Wong has received another accolade affirming her icon status — her own Barbie

The Independent UK · May 1, 2023

Barbie branches out: A more inclusive vision of femininity

She's been held up as a symbol of femininity for generations of little girls. Yet Barbie's influence on popular culture has been called into question over the years, as the doll stands accused of promulgating unrealistic stereotypes. Now her creators Mattel have responded to that criticism. We learn more about…

France 24 · Apr 28, 2023

Barbie doll with Down's syndrome launched by Mattel in a 'first' for popular toy

The Barbie Fashionistas line, which began in 1959, has seen more than 175 looks with different skin tones, hair textures, body sizes and dolls with different disabilities.

Glasgow Live · Apr 26, 2023

Barbie maker launches first Down’s syndrome doll

The National Down Syndrome Society in the US helped to create the doll.

The Independent UK · Apr 26, 2023

Mattel introduces first Barbie with Down syndrome

Barbie has introduced its first doll representing a person with Down syndrome

The Independent UK · Apr 25, 2023

Mattel unveils a Barbie with Down syndrome

The company has been moving to diversify its doll collection. It has so far made other Barbie and Ken dolls with wheelchairs, vitiligo, hearing aids, and prosthetic limbs.

WEKU · Apr 25, 2023

Barbie launches its first doll with Down's syndrome and you can buy it now from Smyths

The €13.99 Barbie is available to pre-order from Smyths today

Irish Mirror · Apr 25, 2023

Parents praise Mattel for Barbie doll which creates representation for 'entire community'

The launch of Mattel's first-ever Barbie doll with Down's syndrome has been met with widespread acclaim as excited parents say they're looking forward to seeing the barbie in shops

Daily Mirror · Apr 25, 2023

First ever Barbie doll with Down's syndrome launched by Mattel

The company worked closely with medical experts and charities to produce the new figure that's on sale now.

Daily Record · Apr 25, 2023