LEGO Group Empowers Young Creatives with Free Workshops to Play Unstoppable and Break Gender Stereotypes

LEGO Group Empowers Young Creatives with Free Workshops to Play Unstoppable and Break Gender Stereotypes

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has launched a series of free workshops as part of its Play Unstoppable initiative to encourage creative expression among children aged 6-12. The workshops, led by trailblazing creatives, aim to celebrate girls’ potential and break gender stereotypes by providing a platform for them to explore their passions and express themselves freely through LEGO play. The workshops will be held in London, New York, and Munich, and additional themed workshops will take place in LEGO stores across Europe, the USA, and Canada. Online workshops are also available for those unable to attend in person.

(PRESS RELEASE) BILLUND, 4-Aug-2023 — /EuropaWire/ — Looking to unleash your kids’ imaginations over the summer? The LEGO Group has teamed up with trailblazing international creatives to launch a series of free workshops designed to give young creators aged 6-12 the freedom they need to express themselves.

The workshops are part of the LEGO Group’s Play Unstoppable initiative, aimed at celebrating the endless potential of girls when they are encouraged to play without limits. From helping young storytellers dream up characters with design visionaries Cabeza Patata, to giving avid gamers a canvas to build new gaming worlds with renowned narrator Lauryn Alexandria (aka Toastymarshmellow) and encouraging young designers to express their unique style with DIY queen Jessie Bluegrey, the workshops will give creative children a platform to show they can be anything they want and create anything they put their mind to through LEGO play.

The unstoppable creatives Cabeza Patata and Lauryn Alexandria will be running interactive workshops in London and New York, whilst Jessie Bluegrey will be hosting a meet and greet for fans in Munich. Themed online workshops with all creatives will be hosted at LEGO.com/kids and on the LEGO Life app. Additional workshops, inspired by Cabeza Patata, Lauryn and Jessie, will also take place in LEGO stores across Europe, the USA and Canada between August – October led by brilliant store associates to encourage kids around the world to build creatively.

A need for play without limitations
A worldwide study of 6,844 parents and children aged 6-14 years old, carried out by the Geena Davis Institute in 2021 on behalf of the LEGO Group, reveals that girls feel increasingly confident to engage in all types of play and creative activities, but remain held back by ingrained gender stereotypes.

With 91% of parents saying they see their child experimenting with new ideas and concepts through play, and 88% of children saying they like play because there is no right or wrong way to do it2, the workshops with Jessie, Cabeza Patata and Lauryn aim to champion and unlock creative self-expression in all children, however they choose to play and create.

“The power of play is an indomitable force that can lead young women towards their passions, dreams, ambitions, and unique identities. When girls have the space and freedom to express themselves fully, they are an unstoppable influence on the world. They are playful inventors, curious scientists, daring dreamers and bold adventurers – and that’s exactly what the Play Unstoppable sessions are designed to ignite. Our LEGO workshops will continue to show girls that they can do anything and be anything they imagine.” said Alero Akuya, VP of Global Brand at the LEGO Group.

Three ways your kids can ‘Play Unstoppable’ this summer with the LEGO Group:

1. Play Unstoppable Creativity Studios
   The creatives, who have in their own way all proven ‘unstoppable’, celebrate the summer series with Play Unstoppable Creativity Studios.

London and New York
Two one-off and individually themed workshops will be hosted at the LEGO Store Leicester Square, London with Katie and Abel from multi-award winning character design studio Cabeza Patata (27th August) and the LEGO Store Fifth Avenue, New York with gaming sensation and video creator Lauryn Alexandria (1st October).

The free Creativity Studios are designed to inspire those aged 6-12 to explore their passions via creative building while encouraging experimentation and expression, to show they can be and create anything they want, with no right or wrong answers. Tickets are required and to book a free space, visit LEGO.com/CreativityWorkshops.

Munich
Crafty customisation and DIY design queen Jessie Bluegrey will be hosting a free meet & greet for fans at the LEGO Store München Zentrum, Munich (9th August), which will encourage children to bring in the wonderful designs they have created from her online workshop to showcase to Jessie in-person. Head to LEGO.com/CreativityWorkshops to book your spot.

2. Play Unstoppable Creativity Workshops: 190+ LEGO stores spanning Europe, the US and Canada
To make sure everyone can get creative, select LEGO stores will be running exciting Play Unstoppable Creativity Workshops hosted by store associates. The workshops will give children the chance to experiment with LEGO bricks and express their creativity in an equally fun and creative environment. Check out LEGO.com/CreativityWorkshops to find out when events are running in your local store.

3. Online: Be part of Play Unstoppable Creativity At Home
Can’t get into store? No problem! Tune into the virtual Play Unstoppable Creativity At Home workshops that Cabeza Patata, Lauryn and Jessie have created at LEGO.com/Kids and on the LEGO Life app.

“Right now, millions of young women around the world are using their creativity to do mind-blowing things. My masterclass draws inspiration from this incredible next generation of talent. I want to create an experience that encourages and empowers them to chase after their dreams and reach for the stars! It’s time to celebrate the many ways in which girls can play freely, without any stereotypes holding them back.” commented Lauryn Alexandria

“Our work has always strived to build a world of strong but playful characters with a tough attitude, regardless of their gender. We are honoured to be working with the LEGO Group to embrace this notion of diversity and inclusivity, whilst inspiring young children and budding creators globally to play, draw and design freely, without limitations.” added Cabeza Patata.

The Play Unstoppable workshop series demonstrates the endless possibilities for creation that the LEGO System in Play offers all children.

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About the Play Unstoppable Creativity Studios