Diversity

Diversity is another important theme running though our TV programming. Shows incorporate many ethnicities, cultures, religions, geographic locales and physical and developmental differences, reflecting the world in which today's children are growing up. For preschoolers ages 2-5, diversity takes the form of stories with characters who learn to value the differences they encounter in shape, size, color, gender and ability. For example, Handy Manny is a multicultural animated series centered on a Latino character that is designed to give preschool viewers an enthusiasm to take on life's challenges and to make things work, most notably via interpersonal relationships. Spanish words and phrases are used in real-world contexts. Above all, Handy Manny is great preschool entertainment, with engaging stories, fun songs and positive lessons about community, friendship and problem solving.

Diversity also features prominently in Disney TV for 6- to 14-year-olds. From the multicultural cast of High School Musical to The Cheetah Girls and Cory in the House, our programming reflects people of different cultures and ethnic backgrounds. While the programs often highlight themes of "Who am I?" and "Where do I belong?," they also celebrate tolerance, getting along with others, and the wonderful mosaic that is created through diversity.

For more information about our diversity initiatives, see the Workplaces, Diversity in Content, and Supplier Diversity sections.

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