Barbie doll creator Mattel announced today that the iconic doll line would be producing their first ever Barbie with Down’s syndrome in its latest step towards inclusivity. The doll has been launched to “enable all children to see themselves in Barbie,” according to Mattel bosses, who have been making strides in the diversity of their dolls over recent years.
The Barbie was shown in campaign images alongside British model Ellie Goldstein, who has Down’s syndrome. Goldstein said she was “so happy” to see the new doll, adding: “Diversity is important to me as people need to see more people like me out there in the world and not be hidden away.”
