Snapchat avatars finally get a wheelchair

Inclusivity is a hot topic in the world of social media, with user representation proving a key factor of concern for the Internet’s favourite social networking platforms. Snapchat, for example, has boosted inclusivity by rolling out wheelchair animations for its Bitmoji avatars. “Bitmoji’s mission has always been to create avatars that reflect and represent the diversity of our community. And while we recognise that we have more work to do, today we hope to become one step closer in reaching our greater goal of making inclusivity a fundamental part of our Bitmoji avatar platform,” explains the Snapchat team in a blog post. Available in the stickers tab The use of these avatars – built to reflect user traits and now available with a wheelchair – was first made possible from Feb 25 following a test launch. In fact, users looking to customise their Bitmoji to reflect their physical appearance now have the option of adding a manual wheelchair. Simply type “wheelchair” into the search bar via the Bitmoji app or in Snapchat by selecting the stickers tab. A collaborative effort In the past, Snapchat has been criticised for its lack of accessibility options for users with disabilities, especially those with…
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