Amirah Kambe’s research reinforces the idea that representation impacts children’s confidence, mental health and well-being.

The creation and impact of Black Barbie is now on display in a new documentary. Black Barbie details the doll’s representation and influence on diversity. Netflix released it on Juneteenth.

And so she did: “Black Barbie: A Documentary,” her newly-released project, takes a deeper look at the story behind Black Barbie and its impact on representation in the toy business ...

When she asked about it, Ms Mitchell broke out a bottle of Manischewitz wine, and Ms Davis discovered her family’s close contribution to the birth of Black Barbie — a doll that has far more ...

Barbie manufacturer Mattel partnered with Oakland nonprofit organization Black Girls Code to to promote the new doll they hope will encourage and inspire kids -- especially girls and minorities ...

In hindsight, I realize that the majority of the dolls I owned and saw in stores did not look like me — an experience many Black girls can relate to. When I was younger, many of Barbie's ...

Mattel announced a new blind Barbie and the first Black Barbie with Down syndrome on Tuesday. The release is part of Barbie’s 2024 Fashionistas Line, an inclusive range of dolls with over 175 ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- In an effort to be more inclusive and represent the wide range of children who play with their toys, Mattel has announced the addition of a blind Barbie doll and a Black ...