The Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger doubled down on inclusivity and diversity during today’s shareholders’ meeting when asked about political stances and LGBTQIA+ people. Disney’s denouncement of the Parental Rights in Education bill, a.k.a. the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, was brought up many times directly and indirectly. One shareholder asked if it was smart … Read more
From more costume options to extra training, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Walt Disney World Resort has been striving to be more inclusive of all guests and Cast Members. Before the experience reopened at Magic Kingdom last year, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Cast Members received a new, more gender-neutral title: Fairy Godmother’s Apprentices. In a recent Disney … Read more
More 100th-anniversary decorations have been added to World of Disney in Disney Springs, as well as a mannequin in a wheelchair. Disney 100 Years of Wonder is mainly being celebrated at Disneyland Resort, but Walt Disney World has the same 100th-anniversary merchandise. A new platinum decoration featuring Elsa, Stitch, Moana, and Dumbo hangs above the … Read more
At The Wall Street Journal’s Tech Live 2022 streaming event, Disney CEO Bob Chapek defended the company against allegations of being “too woke.” When asked about the matter, Chapek noted that content is the company’s north star, stating that Disney’s creative projects are designed to reflect the “rich diverse world” people live in. He added … Read more
A Walt Disney World mannequin with a cochlear implant has recently been making the rounds on social media as fans praise the representation. More disability representation has been added to Creations Shop in EPCOT with a mannequin now in a wheelchair. The mannequin can be seen in a window near one entrance to Creations Shop. … Read more
After denouncing Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay’ bill, Bob Chapek touted the Company’s Reimagine Tomorrow endeavor, which he says furthers the Company’s longstanding commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This initiative is an outgrowth of the efforts and stewardship of the Company’s CEO Diversity and Inclusion Council and Creative Inclusion Council. According to the shareholder … Read more