New Doll Embodies Inclusivity with Affirmations for Minority Kids

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Charleston, SC – In an effort to promote the principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Sherrika Myers, author of the Lil Herbie Series children collection and founder of the nonprofit, Every 1 Voice Matters, created a new affirmation doll to provide black and brown children with a positive role model they can relate to and be inspired by.

The concept of Lil Herbie was born from a deep-rooted desire to instill key values such as perseverance in young minds. By embodying these principles, Lil Herbie symbolizes the importance of diversity and the power of inclusion. The doll’s creation is a significant step toward fostering a more inclusive society.

“I grew up stuttering in a single-family household that didn’t have the resources to help me overcome this barrier,” said Sherrika Myers, creator of the new Lil Herbie doll. “According to DoSomething.org, 42% of students bullied were related to appearance, race or a disability. The Lil Herbie doll was created with these kids in mind so that they can have a positive role model they can relate to, while helping them overcome social barriers.”

Myers started the Lil Herbie series and doll to help kids break down communicative and social barriers such as stuttering, bullying, and low self-esteem. The new Lil Herbie doll launched on Wednesday, February 7 and serves as a powerful tool for children’s self-affirmation. It provides them with over 20 daily affirmations that they can repeat to themselves, boosting their self-esteem and self-belief as a source of encouragement and empowerment.

The Lil Herbie Series encompasses children’s books, an animated series, kids’ coaching, an anti-bullying mascot, and now, a doll tailored for ages 4-10, with a focus on social-emotional learning (SEL). SEL helps kids understand how to cope with feelings while learning interpersonal skills.

To learn more about the Lil Herbie series, visit lilherbieseries.org.