Inclusion Archives

‘It’s Like Chapek on Steroids’ — Disney Employees Concerned About DEI Rollback & Catering to President Trump

February 13, 2025

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Disney employees are reportedly concerned about the company rolling back DEI initiatives and other actions that seem to cater to President Donald Trump. Disney Employees Share Concerns with DEI Initiative Rollback In a Deadline report by Dominic Patten, some employees of The Walt Disney Company anonymously expressed upset over Disney ending their “Reimagine Tomorrow” initiative … Read more

Disabled Disney Guests Told to Ask for Callback Times at Each Ride & Practice Waiting in Line Instead of Getting DAS

May 27, 2024

Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom. A crowd of guests is in front of the castle, some holding Mickey balloons.

Travel agent Jamie Santillo took to Instagram this week to talk about her upsetting experience with the updated Disability Access Service (DAS) at Walt Disney World. DAS Complaints Santillo shared the following video about no longer qualifying for DAS despite having a heart condition and a defibrillator. The Cast Member Santillo spoke to offered Santillo … Read more

Dolls in Wheelchairs Added to “it’s a small world” at Hong Kong Disneyland

March 1, 2024February 29, 2024

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

Disney CEO Bob Iger Doubles Down on Inclusivity and Diversity During Shareholders’ Meeting

April 3, 2023April 3, 2023

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

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Striving for Inclusivity with Extra Training for Textured Hair, Adaptive Costumes, and More

February 16, 2023

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

100th Anniversary Platinum Mickey Statue and Mannequin in Wheelchair Added to World of Disney in Disney Springs

February 10, 2023

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

Mannequin in Wheelchair Displayed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Store

January 20, 2023

A mannequin in a wheelchair is now on display in the Once Upon a Time store at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The mannequin is a child, on display with a family of standing mannequins who all have different skin tones. They’re showing off some of the T-shirts and hats available in the store. In the past … Read more

Santa Claus Meet and Greet Includes Wheelchair-Accessible Sleigh at EPCOT

December 24, 2022

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

World of Disney Expands Inclusivity Efforts With Mannequins Wearing Hijabs at Downtown Disney District

November 18, 2022

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

New Silleta Floral Displays Promote Diversity and Inclusion in Downtown Disney District

June 16, 2022

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

Mannequin in Wheelchair Now Displayed at Creations Shop in EPCOT

May 2, 2022

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

Disney Donates to Sponsors of ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill Despite Marketing for ‘Inclusion’

February 26, 2022

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According to the Orlando Sentinel, Disney has donated money to every sponsor of the new “Don’t Say Gay” bill. This bill, called the Parental Rights in Education bill, but most famously known as the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, was passed by the Florida’s House of Representatives on Thursday. It will prohibit “classroom discussion about sexual … Read more

Post 21, First Black-Owned Business at Downtown Disney District, Reopening February 1

January 31, 2022

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

PHOTOS: Same-Sex Couple Now Pictured at PhotoPass Spot in EPCOT

December 3, 2021December 3, 2021

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

Gender Neutral ‘Mx.’ Prefix Option Added to My Disney Experience

October 5, 2021

As part of Disney’s ongoing inclusivity efforts, the gender-neutral “Mx.” prefix is now an option when creating or updating a My Disney Experience profile. Previously, My Disney Experience only included binary gender prefixes and Dr. as choices. Mx. is a gender-neutral option popular with non-binary individuals. The prefix can be changed when logged into My … Read more

Disneyland Removes “Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls” Greeting from Fireworks to Promote Inclusivity

July 2, 2021

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Following Walt Disney World’s latest change to promote inclusivity, Disneyland has also removed the “Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls” greeting from Mickey’s Mix Magic, which returns to the park on July 4. The greeting will be replaced with “Good evening, friends,” according to Disney. This change follows Disney’s initiative to promote diversity and inclusiveness … Read more