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Mattel, Aiming to Foster ‘Inclusion’ and ‘Understanding,’ Launches First Autistic Barbie

The doll, which features eyes that gaze slightly to the side, comes with noise-canceling headphones and a fidget spinner.

This photo provided by Mattel Inc. shows the new autistic Barbie doll.
This photo provided by Mattel Inc. shows the new autistic Barbie doll. Mattel Inc. via AP

Mattel, Aiming to Foster ‘Inclusion’ and ‘Understanding,’ Launches First Autistic Barbie | The New York Sun