SOA is a French nonprofit officially founded in Paris back in 2023, operating worldwide.
Our mission is to support neurodiversity, inclusion & positive social impact through art & skateboarding. To do so, SOA provides a safer environment for self expression & growth. Our team also brings more useful resources to each community we support.
Did you know? Our team is mainly composed of women, non binary & neurodivergent individuals.
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CREATE, SKATE & CONNECT
FOR THREE YEARS NOW
In the past three years, we have worked with local businesses, health professionals, artists & several communities to organize projects in Europe, Africa & South America.
WELLBEING THROUGH ART & SKATE
+2700 people attending
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+40 activations worldwide
75% are women & queer people
SKATE FOR BALANCE
Skate for Balance is an international initiative run by SOA, bringing communities together worldwide through local art & skateboarding events.
This program relies on art & skateboarding to promote mental care, physical wellbeing, gender inclusion & social connection.
Did you know? Anyone can organize a Skate for Balance event with support from SOA, including access to resources, guidance & visibility.
With your support, we can expand this initiative. Make Skate for Balance reach more cities, donate to SOA. ♥
NOBODY LIKES MATCHA
Nobody likes Matcha shares artists & skaters stories. Powered by SOA, the podcast highlights underrepresented voices through intimate, honest conversations. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or just a peek into our community, Nobody likes Matcha is your window into the SOA experience.
Jessy N. Marine
Bordeaux, France
Barcelona, Spain
Operations
Projects
Nadège Monge
Marseille, France
Treasury
Aurélie Fradeaud
Poitiers, France
Legal
Ellaura Boisselliah
Aix en Provence, France
We are open to new collaborations!
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SOA TEAM
SOA Paris is an official French nonprofit organization created in Paris, currently based in Bordeaux
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Web design: Jessy N. Marine
Artistic direction: Ségolène Carron
Header & footer photos: Diana Flores Fica
Photo S4B: Jelimo Cheboi
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