Thrasher Magazine

For over 50 years, the people at CLASP have been working in Washington to make sure our leaders are hearing the people’s voice as opposed to special interests. Their legal work includes crafting government policy proposals to reduce poverty and improve racial equity in America. Peep their mission and remember to vote for local, state and federal offices so we can help turn this ship in the right direction.

Skaters have seen their fair share of the downsides from drug and alcohol abuse and addiction. The Substance Abuse and Mental Services Administration Helpline is a 24/7 resource that connects people suffering from mental or substance-use disorders to local treatment services and support groups. You don’t need insurance and your info is always confidential. 

Some would rather text than call, and for those, the Crisis Text Line is available 24/7, not just for suicide emergencies but for any number of painful, heated moments. Seventy-five-percent of the the texters that use the service are under the age of 25, which also overlaps with the largest demographic of skaters. It’s free, it’s anonymous and it helps save lives. Watch their video to see more of their mission. And, if you’re in a crisis currently, text “Hello” to #741741 and connect with a crisis counselor today. 

We’re not always open about our emotions. But if you or someone in your scene is struggling, the National Suicide Prevention Hotline is available 24/7 with its network of local centers all across the country. Check out their site to learn about suicide prevention and check in with yourself and your homies to help make sure we don’t lose more people we know and love. 

Chances are you've heard of the American Civil Liberties Union, and for good reason. The ACLU has been fighting within the legal system to protect the individual rights of citizens on issues like women’s rights, racial justice, privacy and surveillance for over 100 years. Check their site to know your rights when you get jammed up by the cops at your favorite spot. 

The Equal Justice Initiative provides legal assistance, makes reports and produces short films to address and fight against racial injustice and mass incarceration in America. The EJI has helped over 120 wrongly-convicted or illegally-sentenced people in Alabama and has won cases in the Supreme Court banning life without parole for kids. Check the video for a quick look at their work. 

Lotties does it again, bringing together some of the finest LA footage from legends like Reynolds, Jerry and Andrew Allen along with modern stars Nick Michel, Pedro Delfino, Dustin Henry and more. Don’t miss your window to witness this epic edit.

Jake takes his OJs for a juice cruise under the bridges and through the crust of NYC. Get your own and watch out for wheelbite. 

This all-terrain crusade goes from Spain to France and beyond with double-set destruction and idyllic DIY sessions. Nassim Lachaub, Doobie, Eniz, Harry Lintell and their crew own the streets while one of the last glorious inverts from Ben Raemers rounds out the edit perfectly. Appreciate the project and grab a zine.