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- Disney launched a #DreamBigPrincess campaign to inspire women and girls to pursue their passions.
- Female photographers from 15 countries took photos of inspiring women and girls around the world.
- Every time a photo with #DreamBigPrincess gets posted or liked, Disney donates $1 to the United Nations Foundation's Girl Up program.
Photography can be a powerful way to tackle gender stereotypes that keep women and girls from feeling like they're strong and capable, like this photo series of women doing "men's work" that went viral. Showing real-life examples of people who overcome incredible obstacles and lead their communities with courage can inspire others to explore their full potential.
While there is evidence that exposure to Disney princesses can enforce "damaging stereotypes," a new photo series is aiming to shift classic ideas of what a princess can and should be.
Disney's #DreamBigPrincess initiative isn't just a photo collection — it's also a fundraising campaign for the United Nations Foundation's Girl Up program. Every time someone posts or "likes" a photo from the series with the #DreamBigPrincess hashtag from now until October 11, they donate $1 to the cause.
Female photographers from 15 different countries sought out women and girls with big dreams who would serve as role models for up-and-coming changemakers. Here are 16 inspiring photos from the series.
Some girls dream of being princesses when they grow up.
Some girls don't.
Whatever future they envision for themselves, Disney's #DreamBigPrincess campaign wants them to know that they should go for it.
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