Two dolls in wheelchairs have been added to “it’s a small world” at Hong Kong Disneyland. It is the fourth version of the Disney attraction to add dolls in wheelchairs as part of inclusion efforts, after Disneyland Park, Magic Kingdom, and Disneyland Paris. “it’s a small world” Dolls in Wheelchairs Disney Magical Kingdom Blog shared … Read more
The Haunted Mansion at Tokyo Disneyland reopened from refurbishment last week with an update. “Ladies and gentlemen” has been cut from the introduction to be more inclusive of different genders. ‘Ladies and Gentlemen’ Cut From The Haunted Mansion The Ghost Host of The Haunted Mansion at Tokyo Disneyland used to say (translated from Japanese), “Ladies … Read more
Three new dolls in wheelchairs have debuted at “it’s a small world” in Disneyland Paris. The attraction reopened on Friday after a year and a half refurbishment. “it’s a small world” Dolls in Wheelchairs Walt Disney Imagineering shared a look at some of the new and refreshed dolls on Instagram. To maintain the attraction’s unique … Read more
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
Signs and decorations near Refreshment Outpost, also known as the African Outpost in EPCOT, have been updated to be more culturally sensitive. Village Traders and Wachongaji Wood Carvings are next to Refreshment Outpost. This old photo by Disney gives a glimpse of their old decorations. Signage at both stands was updated last fall to no … 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
Walt Disney World shared a Facebook post highlighting the large sleigh that guests can meet Santa Claus in at EPCOT this year. The new sleigh is accessible for wheelchairs, as well as other assistive devices used by guests with disabilities. Disney wrote in the caption, “Some of the Cast Members who advised on Santa’s new … Read more
Two mannequins in World of Disney at Downtown Disney District are now wearing hijabs, Disney’s latest effort to be more inclusive. The mannequins are immediately inside the entrance on the La Brea Bakery side of World of Disney. One is in the center of the room, next to two other mannequins. A pink headscarf has … Read more
Disneyland opened “it’s a small world” Holiday today with two new dolls in wheelchairs as part of their ongoing diversity and inclusivity initiative, Reimagine Tomorrow. It seems dolls in wheelchairs will also be coming soon to the versions of “it’s a small world” at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Paris. CNN correspondent Natasha Chen tweeted … 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
Several new silletas – floral displays – can be seen throughout Downtown Disney District right now. These displays are inspired by the flowers of Isabela in “Encanto,” and each silleta represents a different Business Employee Resource Group (BERG) at The Walt Disney Company. The silletas and the BERGs are part of Disney’s ongoing attempts to … 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
Post 21, the first Black-owned business at Downtown Disney District, will be reopening on February 1. The shop first opened at Downtown Disney District on Black Friday of last year but closed briefly in January to reset their kiosk. Post 21 is owned by mother-daughter duo Juana Williams and Blair Paysinger. They first opened their … Read more
The picture on the PhotoPass sign in the UK Pavilion of EPCOT has been changed to show a same-sex couple. This PhotoPass spot is located to the side of the tea shop, where guests could previously meet Alice (she currently appears at a distance nearby). The picture shows an example of what guest photos look … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, November 11, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more