Mattel Introduces First Autistic Barbie to Boost Inclusion (Full Transcript)

Designed with autistic community input, the doll features averted gaze, fidget spinner and AAC tablet, and will be donated to pediatric hospitals.
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[00:00:00] Speaker 1: Meet the first-ever autistic Barbie, unveiled by Mattel. Designed with input from the autistic community, the doll is designed with an eye gaze slightly to the side, reflecting how some with autism may avoid direct eye contact. The doll also has accessories such as a fidget spinner and an AAC tablet, something many in the community use to help with everyday communication. Mattel said Barbie will donate more than 1,000 dolls to leading paediatric hospitals. The dolls join the Barbie Fashionistas collection, which aims to be the most diverse range yet.

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Mattel unveiled the first-ever autistic Barbie, developed with input from the autistic community. The doll features a slightly averted gaze to reflect how some autistic people may avoid direct eye contact, and includes accessories like a fidget spinner and an AAC tablet to support communication. Mattel plans to donate over 1,000 dolls to leading pediatric hospitals, and the doll will join the diverse Barbie Fashionistas collection.
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Mattel Unveils First Autistic Barbie With Community Input
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Positive: The tone is upbeat and supportive, emphasizing inclusion, community collaboration, practical accessibility features, and charitable donation of dolls to pediatric hospitals.
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