Whenever International Day of Sport for Development and Peace rolls around, it reminds us how sports can break down barriers, bridge divides, and bring people together. It also asks the question: How you gonna’ be a part of that, then, Skateistan? Surprise, surprise—our answer is with skateboarding…yo. 

We’ve been in this sports-for-development game for a while. And one thing is clear: across the world, women-led organizations are shaking things up

Our movement is growing, and we are stoked to announce 9 new Partners for 2025!

Tariq, now 10 years old, was born in Syria and spent his early childhood on his grandfather’s land. Today, he guides younger children from the Just.Childhood center to the skatepark, as a local leader.

Here’s a run-down of the past twelve months, as seen through the eyes of our participants and partners!

We are thrilled to announce that we have opened the call for application for the position of a Program Manager at our Johannesburg Skate School.