Advocacy groups react after Mattel introduces 1st Barbie doll with autism

Autism advocacy groups are reacting after Mattel announced a new Barbie doll, the first with autism, on Sunday.

Who voices Jessie in the Toy Story franchise? The answer is more complicated than you may think

Jessie is an iconic part of Pixar's "Toy Story" franchise but many might not know that a number of voice actors are ...

Mattel adds an autistic Barbie to doll line devoted to diversity and inclusion

NEW YORK -- Mattel Inc. is introducing an autistic Barbie on Monday as the newest member of its line intended to celebrate ...

Mattel releases 1st autistic Barbie doll, featuring sensory-sensitive accessories: 'Every child deserves to see themselves'

Developing the doll took over 18 months and was done in partnership with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, a nonprofit ...

Mattel unveils first autistic Barbie doll

Toy maker Mattel unveiled the first-ever autistic Barbie, a new version of the popular doll developed in partnership with ...

This groundbreaking Barbie doll is changing how autism is represented in the toy aisle

Developed over more than 18 months, the doll was created in partnership with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN), a ...
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Mattel launches first-ever autistic Barbie doll with sensory tools to promote inclusivity

Mattel launched its first autistic Barbie, expanding the Fashionistas range to reflect neurodiversity and inclusive play.

How realistic is Mattel's new autistic Barbie?

Autistic people are so rarely depicted in media and entertainment, it's no wonder most people don't really understand much ...
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Mattel Debuts the First Autistic Barbie Doll

Mattel is welcoming the first-ever Barbie doll with Autism Spectrum Disorder to its Barbie Fashionistas collection.