The leading multicultural toy manufacturer World of EPI (Entertainment, Publishing, and Inspiration) has announced a collaboration with Disney Consumer Products, Games, and Publishing to create fashion dolls, collectible figurines, and accessories for the new Disney+ series “The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder” as well as the upcoming Marvel’s “Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur” series on Disney Channel.
Through this collaboration, World of EPI will create a series of 10 inch fashion dolls and other various products based on ethnically diverse characters while showcasing diversity, self-love, and empowerment. In a press release sent to @BlackEnterprise, Dr. Lisa Williams, ( @TheDrLisa ) the founder of World of EPI, “It speaks volumes that Disney has collaborated with us on these high-profile projects.”
She continued, “Our mission is to create dolls so children of all ethnicities and colors can grow up seeing a true representation of their beauty. What a dream to create licensed dolls and toys for these powerhouses Disney and Marvel properties. Together we’re changing how black and brown children everywhere embrace their own beauty and build their confidence.”
Working with Disney is a big project and a great way to grow with representation in the toy industry. EPI is committed to authentic expression to help children see their true beauty and brilliance through creating unique sculptures that are genuine art pieces designed to inspire the youth.
The characters have customized characteristics that the children can relate to and many popular hairstyles ranging from afro, afro puffs, wavy, braids, and straight. Young Black children can now look forward to having more dolls and collectible figurines that look like them from shows they enjoy and look forward to watching. #BWLMđź’•
