The Stronghold Society is a non-profit organization that advocates for skateboarding, with a focus on creating and sustaining skateparks in Native American communities.
Organization
The Stronghold Society was founded by Walt Pourier, Mark "Monk" Hubbard, James Murphy, and Jeff Ament. Pourier is the current executive director of the organization.
Wounded Knee Four Directions Skatepark Program
Walt and the Stronghold Society teamed up with Wounded Knee Skateboards to bring the Wounded Knee 4-Directions Skatepark to kids on Pine Ridge reservation in South Dakota. The park opened in Pine Ridge Village in 2011.
Arts programs
The Stronghold Society runs arts programs for youth.
Mental health campaigns
The organization also runs media campaigns promoting youth mental health.
References
- ""Stronger Together" Documentary Tribute To Stronghold Society". Juice Magazine. 2017-11-24. Retrieved 2020-08-31.
- "Lakota Country Times: Skate competition moves to Pine Ridge". Indianz. Retrieved 2020-08-31.
- "Stronghold Society Benefit Show Featuring The Enigma | Things to do in Denver". Time Out Denver. Retrieved 2020-08-31.
- ^ Groovey (2014-09-02). "Walt Pourier: Artist Stronghold for Native Youth". AdobeAirstream. Retrieved 2020-08-31.
- ^ "SKATE OR DIE". Juice Magazine. 2013-03-28. Retrieved 2020-08-31.
- "Skateboarding For Peace of Mind". 18 April 2016.
- ^ "Episode 35 – How It Happened: Pine Ridge with Walt Pourier". Tony Hawk Foundation. 2019-12-02. Retrieved 2020-08-31.