As for the future, Amy reflected on her dreams and vision.
“I never imagined 10 years ago that doing this from my dining table would become first of all, worldwide and second of all, that it would become a point of advocacy. I love being able to use the dolls to advocate for a change in the way we see people and where we see them.
It’s long overdue for me to expand A Doll Like Me, and unfortunately, it comes down to funding that I can’t afford to hire help. But my demand for dolls far exceeds my ability to pay for them. And I hate that piece. I managed ten years to go without talking about that piece.I have lots of ideas for more directions that this could go, and more ways to push inclusivity. On the same token I love to hear people’s stories cause I think that’s what makes this unique.”
Lastly, Amy added: “First of all, I’m so grateful and so humbled to do this for kids. One thing that I think that I’ve learned is how much we take things for granted in terms of inclusivity. Like my daughter, who is blonde with blue eyes, she is represented. But what about the kids that don’t have that skin tone, don't have the same hair, have scars or birthmarks or burns or medical equipment? We do kids such a disservice in that way. I would want readers to understand that we all need to demand better for all of our kids.
The people that follow the dolls are just the nicest, kindest people. I have the best followers, I really do, and for that, I’m just so grateful. And I love that people support this mission.”
