The First-Ever Autistic Barbie Is Here—and She’s Changing What Inclusion Looks Like

Available starting on January 12, 2026, at Mattel Shop and Target is the first-ever autistic Barbie doll. Mattel’s Global ...

Autistic Barbie sparks debate over what representation should look like

"I love the message that it sends to children," Katy told USA TODAY. "Like it tells autistic children who might see ...

A Barbie with autism? How new doll adds representation

The Barbie doll features aspects meant to represent traits of some individuals with autism, according to Mattel. This ...

Autistic Barbie Doesn’t Represent Me. She Shouldn’t Have to

There was some backlash to Mattel's newly introduced autistic Barbie. But one doll could never represent an entire community.

Meet Mattel’s autistic Barbie doll — who carries a fidget spinner and avoids eye contact

The doll features a gaze that is shifted slightly to the side, to “[reflect] how some members of the autistic community may ...
USA Today

Barbie launches first doll with Type 1 diabetes, glucose monitor

Barbie is aiming to expand on inclusivity with the launch of its first doll with Type 1 diabetes. The doll, part of Barbie's Fashionistas line, comes complete with a continuous glucose monitor, ...
Austin American-Statesman

Mattel introduces first Barbie with type 1 diabetes. Here's where to buy the new doll

While other major companies roll back their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, Mattel Inc. has launched the first Barbie® doll with type 1 diabetes. The doll, part of Barbie's ...