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Lego's Sustainability Report Sparks Outrage Over Diversity Omission

4/11/2025

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Lego's 2024 sustainability report has sparked controversy by omitting key diversity and inclusion terms, including “LGBTQ+” and “people of colour.” This shift raises eyebrows, especially given the company's past promotion of inclusive mini-figures. Despite this, Lego insists on its dedication to diversity, aiming for gender balance in leadership by 2025.

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Lego's 2024 sustainability report has sparked controversy by omitting key diversity and inclusion terms, including “LGBTQ+” and “people of colour.” This shift raises eyebrows, especially given the company's past promotion of inclusive mini-figures. Despite this, Lego insists on its dedication to diversity, aiming for gender balance in leadership by 2025.