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FSC Announces Partnership Adding 2,000 PASS Test Locations Nationwide

In an unprecedented decision since the establishment of the PASS protocols for adult industry talent testing, trade association the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) — the system's overseer — has announced a new partnership with a network of labs that will vastly expand the number of blood draw centers nationwide.

Nominations for FSC Board of Directors Now Open

The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has opened nominations for seats on its 2020 Board of Directors.

ManyVids' Bella French, Nalpac's Steve Craig Join FSC Board

The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) today welcomed ManyVids CEO Bella French and Nalpac CEO Steve Craig to its Board of Directors.

Nevada Sex Workers Denounce FOSTA's 'Attack' on Their Rights, Safety

Las Vegas Sun published an article yesterday interviewing sex workers and advocates about how FOSTA has endangered them and put them at the mercy of “sex traffickers and pimps.”

FSC: Performer Caught With Forged PASS Test During Exxxotica New Jersey

The Free Speech Coalition has issued a statement regarding the attempted use of a forged PASS test this past weekend during Exxxotica New Jersey.

FSC Releases Statement on GirlsDoPorn Case

The Free Speech Coalition has issued a statement regarding the GirlsDoPorn case which resulted in federal sex trafficking charges against the owner and three employees.

Cal/OSHA Votes to Create Advisory Committee to Examine Adult Production Sets

The California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board (Cal/OSHA) “voted unanimously today to create an advisory committee because of workplace violence concerns,” reported Alana Evans, President of the Adult Performers Actors Guild (APAG), who attended the meeting.

FSC Selects Michelle L. LeBlanc as New Executive Director

The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has chosen Michelle L. LeBlanc to lead the organization as their new executive director.

Lance Hart to Lead Self-Defense Class for Adult Biz on Sunday

Lance Hart is reminding local industry colleagues that he is leading a self-defense class Sunday in Las Vegas sponsored by Lance Hart Studios, Free Speech Coalition (FSC) and WoodRocket and taught by Citizens Defense Research (CDR).

APAC, FSC Partner to Discuss Race Issues in Adult Industry

The Adult Performer Advocacy Committee (APAC) is partnering with the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) to hold two simultaneous events Sunday, October 6, from 6 to 8 p.m., on the subject of race in the adult entertainment industry.

FSC Lawyer Shines at Latest Hearing in 2257 Legal Saga

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd circuit held a hearing last Thursday concerning the years-long litigation challenging the constitutionality of 18 U.S.C. § 2257 (known more commonly in the adult industry as “2257”), pitting the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) and the other plaintiffs (called in this stage "appellees/cross-appellants") against the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).

Lance Hart Teams With FSC to Offer Self-Defense Class in Vegas

Lance Hart is organizing a self-defense class for adult performers and other sex workers in Las Vegas with Citizens Defense Research (CDR).

FSC Warns of Scam Involving Greg Lansky Impersonator

The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) is warning the industry that an individual fraudulently claiming to be Greg Lansky of Vixen Media Group has reached out to performers via WhatsApp.

FSC Issues Call for Industry Applicants for Executive Director Position

The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has issued an official call for more industry insiders to apply for the position of Executive Director.

Eric Paul Leue to Leave Free Speech Coalition

Eric Paul Leue will leave his position as Executive Director of the Free Speech Coalition at the end of the month.

FSC Files Another Response to DOJ in 2257 Saga

Lawyers for the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) and the other plaintiffs in the years-long litigation challenging the constitutionality of 18 U.S.C. § 2257 (known more commonly in the adult industry as “2257”) today filed a response to this month’s brief by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) before the U. S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit, which had challenged the government’s initial arguments.

"Listen to Us!" Performers, Advocates Speak Out on Mental Health, Self-Care

The following article touches on issues related to depression, anxiety and addiction. Certain topics of discussion may be triggering.

FSC Offers Resources to Talent Agencies for Upcoming Sexual Harassment Requirements

The Free Speech Coalition has released an announcement about a new requirement for talent agents to “provide educational materials on sexual harassment prevention and eating disorders to performers who work with them.”

FSC Files Persuasive Response to DOJ in 2257 Saga

Friday morning, lawyers for the Free Speech Coalition (FSC) and the other plaintiffs in the years-long litigation challenging the constitutionality of 18 U.S.C. § 2257, known more commonly in the adult industry as “2257,” filed their response to last month’s opening brief by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) before the U. S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit.

FSC Issues Letter of Support for Pro-Sex Workers CA Senate Bill

The Free Speech Coalition (FSC), the adult industry trade organization, has released a public letter in support of a California Senate Bill that would reform the state’s Evidence Code to “protect sex workers from being arrested when reporting serious or violent crimes and would also prohibit using the possession of condoms as probable cause for sex work crimes.”