Mattel to receive corporate Changemaker Award
The National Women’s History Museum (NWHM) announced today that Mattel, Inc., a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, will be honored with the inaugural Evelyn Y. Davis Corporate Changemaker Award, at NWHM’s Women Making History Awards Gala on March 20, 2025. Accepting the award on the company’s behalf will be Lisa McKnight, executive vice president and chief brand officer of Mattel.
Societal impact
Mattel is being honored with this first-ever corporate award, recognizing the societal impact of its brands like Barbie on generation of girls, and its purpose to empower all to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.
“It is an incredible honor for Mattel to be recognized with the inaugural Evelyn Y. Davis Corporate Changemaker Award,” said McKnight. “This award reflects Mattel’s commitment to our purpose, the impact of initiatives like the Barbie Dream Gap Project, and how our brands like Barbie, Monster High and American Girl allow generations of children everywhere to see themselves in our products, content, and experiences.”
Celebrating extraordinary women
The Women Making History Awards Gala will celebrate extraordinary trailblazing women, such as those previously honored like Rita Moreno, Maya Angelou and Katherine Johnson – all of whom have also been celebrated by Barbie with dolls made in their likeness—who have made profound contributions and inspire the next generation of leaders, change agents, and history makers. By honoring companies like Mattel, NWHM hopes to encourage more brands to take meaningful action to advance gender equity and representation, creating a lasting impact for future generations.