Hi everyone. This is my first time making a post so I hope I'm doing it right and don't break any rules. With this time on my hands during lockdown I'm thinking of making some more diverse/inclusive dolls. As a child especially for young girls I think it's super important to see themselves represented. I know Mattel tried to make some diverse barbies but I was wondering if there are any bases that haven't been covered. Do you have special daughter who you wish could see herself represented in dolls? Help me out with some suggestions. Ideas already:
- Different races and cultures
- Varied sizes and weights
- Wheelchair
- Hearing aid
- Amputee and/or prosthetic limb(s)
- Cystic fibrosis (potentially oxygen tank and tubes)
- Bald and short hair
- 'Excess' body/facial hair
I didn't feel that the 'Toys and Games' section was right for this and I feel that diversity and inclusivity is a feminist issue close to my heart. Let me know if you have any other thoughts about this or something that hasn't occurred to me, as you guys and your kids are the target audience after all. I am trying to do something kind so hopefully nobody finds this offensive.
Thanks in advance.