Displaying items by tag: Community Resources
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9/03/2021
Consent Is Rad
An international project launched by Dr. Indigo Willing, Consent is Rad focuses on educating skate scenes around the world about the importance of consent—especially in intimate settings. Its "No Naming, No Shaming, No Blaming" policy keeps the focus on their one simple message and protects the privacy of survivors and victims. In 2021 the Break the Cycle PSA was included in the mag.The group with co-founders We Skate QLD and Pushing Boards shares information about how to talk about consent and works with people in areas of gender inclusion and sexual violence prevention. If you're having an event, hit them up for some flyers or more info. Listen up, it's all in the name. -
7/22/2020
ACLU
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. -
7/22/2020
Equal Justice Initiative
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. -
7/22/2020
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
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. -
7/22/2020
The Crisis Text Line
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. -
7/22/2020
Drug and Alcohol Helpline
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. -
7/22/2020
Center for Law and Social Policy
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. -
7/22/2020
Campaign Zero
Campaign Zero is committed to preventing police violence by introducing a set of reforms, like limiting use of force and demilitarizing departments, that will help reduce the number of police killings and improve community relationships. See their work and let’s work towards the reduction on wrongful death at the hands of the police. -
7/22/2020
Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights
You might’ve seen the video on Louie Lopez’s story of father and son reuniting after being separated at the border. Such scenes are both touching and heartbreaking. CHIRLA helps make moments like that happen and works to prevent the separations from happening in the first place. Whether it’s helping people renew their DACA applications, helping shape immigration laws or providing high-quality legal representation, the people at CHIRLA are committed to making a more humane country for immigrants. -
7/22/2020
National Lawyers Guild SF Chapter
The SF/Bay Area chapter of the National Lawyers Guild has been fighting for the underdog in our own backyard for over 50 years. They connect their network of lawyers, law students and legal workers directly with organizers working to empower marginalized communities. They also have a bail fund program and an FBI help hotline to assist people targeted by the State or contacted by the Bureau. If you want to get involved in Bay Area activism, check in with their Know Your Rights training to learn more about the legal risk and what to do if you engage with cops.
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7/26/2024
Thrasher Weekend: New Balance in Chicago
New Balance brings its best to Chicago for a weekend of switch back tails, first T rail rips and an electrifying demo. Tap in with Tiago, Foy, Reynolds, Westgate and their all-star roster. -
7/26/2024
Michael Sieben's "Let It Kill You" Episode
Vice shines a light on our guy Sieben, tracing his early zine days up to working for the mag and highlighting all the projects in between. -
7/26/2024
PUMA SKATEBOARDING Presents “Ivy”
Puma's Japan squad steps to steep banks and sizable stacks in this energetic edit. -
7/26/2024
Washington Street's "25 Years of Terror" Bash
Best tricks, secret obstacles, bands, cash prizes and all the concrete you can eat ––WSVT is 25 and they're celebrating August 10th. If you miss this you better be DEAD or IN JAIL! -
7/26/2024
The Bunt Jam 2024 Presented by Vans Photos
What good is any competition without surprise upsets, flagrant fouls and heartwarming underdog stories? Not good, that's how! Luckily, The Bunt Jam brought all that and more for the return of its famed event in Toronto. Check the flicks to see it all go down.
In The Mag
Alexis Sablone is an architect, coach, artist and icon, with pro shoes on two different companies at the same time. Congrats on the front, Alexis! Speaking of powerful women in skating—Elissa dishes on people she’s known and we’ve got coverage of the 12th annual Wheels of Fortune brought to you by Skate like a Girl. We also have the Nike team posted up in Puerto Rico, a 12-pager on skaters and their dogs (woof), a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Blokes 2, Daan Van Der Linden gets the interview treatment and more! Pick one up today.