Adobe has published a new Emoji Diversity and Inclusion Report tracking how consumers feel about the representation of emoji characters.
According to the report, 83% of respondents that Adobe surveyed said that emoji characters should continue to strive for more inclusive representation. Just about half said they felt their identity was adequately reflected in current emoji characters. Only 37% of users with a disability or impairment said they felt represented.
The survey also found that the majority of emoji users believe that the characters are an important communication tool for "creating unity, respect and understanding of one another."
As far as solutions, 78% of respondents said they believed more customization options could address gaps in emoji inclusion. Those options could include other hair styles and colors, accessories, body type, and eye color options.