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Summary The Barbie Inspiring Women series pays tribute to incredible heroines of their time; courageous women who took risks, changed rules, and paved the way for generations of girls to dream bigger than ever before. This collectible Barbie doll honors Opal Lee, a retired teacher, counselor, and social impact leader who was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2024 for her work in making Juneteenth a federal holiday. In dedicating her life to community advocacy and historical preservation, she persistently demonstrates what’s possible when one uses their voice to inspire change. Features This Barbie Inspiring Women doll honors Opal Lee, the “Grandmother of Juneteenth.” She has dedicated her life to advocating for positive change as a teacher, counselor, and community activist. At the age of 89, Opal Lee walked hundreds of miles to Washington, D.C. to petition lawmakers to make Juneteenth a national holiday. In 2021, her dream became a reality when legislation was passed. Every Juneteenth she continues to host a 2.5 mile walk to commemorate the 2.5 years it took for news and enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation to reach the enslaved people in Texas. Fittingly, her Barbie doll wears a blue Unity Unlimited Opal’s Walk For Freedom t-shirt. Glasses, white pants, and sneakers complete the civil rights advocate’s look. Opal Lee has been a changemaker in historical preservation and community advocacy, and in 2024 was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for her work in making Juneteenth a federal holiday. The Opal Lee Barbie Inspiring Women doll comes in displayable packaging and makes for a meaningful gift to be cherished for years to come. Doll Designer Carlyle Nuera Packaging Designer Vicky Gevorkyan tag Black Face Sculpt Asha Body Type Articulated curvy Includes Barbie doll, doll stand, and Certificate of Authenticity. Ages
