Mattel releases first-ever Autistic Barbie Doll, bringing more inclusivity to toys

Barbie has taken a meaningful step in representation with the release of the Barbie Fashionistas Doll #245 in Purple Striped ...
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Barbie® Introduces the First Blind Barbie Fashionista Doll and Black Barbie Fashionista Doll With Down Syndrome, Allowing Even More Children to Tell Stories Through Play

Released as part of this year’s global Barbie Fashionistas lineup, Barbie partnered with the American Foundation for the Blind and National Down Syndrome Society to ensure doll designs accurately ...
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Barbie Debuts First Doll with Down Syndrome to 'Counter Social Stigma Through Play'

The National Down Syndrome Society, which collaborated with Mattel on the doll, says it's a "huge step forward for inclusion" Barbie is making history once again! Mattel on Tuesday announced the debut ...
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Mattel unveils first-ever Barbie doll with Down Syndrome as part of Fashionistas line

Mattel, the parent company of Barbie, announced the addition of a new Barbie doll with Down Syndrome, in a step toward inclusivity. In a news release, dollmakers worked closely with the National Down ...
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Mattel Introduces New Barbie With Down Syndrome Into Its Fashionistas Doll Line

A brand-new Barbie doll with Down syndrome is set to make its debut this month in Mattel’s popular Fashionistas line. The new doll is the first-ever for the California-based toy giant. It’s set to ...
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Barbie unveils its first doll with hearing aids

Barbie is releasing a new collection of dolls to be more inclusive of all children — starting with its first doll that wears hearing aids. Over the last few years, Mattel's Fashionistas line has ...