The Free Speech Coalition (FSC), the trade association of the adult entertainment industry, has issued a comprehensive list of why adult industry personnel should join the group.
1. The adult entertainment and pleasure products industry is diverse. Its members are strong individualists, as well as professionals, but the industry is stronger when we stand together: “United we stand, divide we fall.”
2. When you support FSC, you support the better business interests of your own company.
3. Since 1991, FSC has been on the frontlines of defending the rights of industry members and, ultimately, all Americans that enjoy First Amendment privileges.
4. FSC pro-actively stands for the privacy rights of adult businesses and consumers.
5. FSC is your pro-industry voice, through lobbying and media communication, to legislators and the public.
6. FSC creates strategic relationships with important community allies (including the Valley Industry and Commerce Association, HIV/AIDS and health organizations), as well as experts, educators and influencers.
7. In times of crisis, FSC has stepped up on behalf of the industry, to deal with crucial issues including obscenity prosecutions, 2257 regulations, performer testing, and mandatory condom regulations for adult productions.
8. FSC also upholds industry self-regulation regarding health and safety at times when a production moratorium is necessary for adult movie sets.
9. Whether a mom-and-pop shop or a major company, FSC is your first resource for legal assistance.
10. FSC members can take advantage of FSC-sponsored networking opportunities, seminars, special promotions and events.
11. FSC members receive exclusive discounts and publications (like the FSC Health & Safety Manual for Adult Businesses and the Code of Ethics).
12. For new industry members and companies, FSC can provide vital assistance, including referrals to various business service providers.
13. Your dues and contributions are tax deductible as a business expense.
14. FSC members proudly adhere to the coalition’s Code of Ethics, which tells colleagues and consumers that they are doing business with a reputable company.
15. Our lobbyists, representatives and advocates work on the forefront of free speech rights for people all over the world.
16. On a global level, FSC has spoken out against censorship and burdensome governmental regulations (in regards to current restrictions on online adult content in the UK, as well as other countries) and will continue to oppose legislation that places a chilling effect on freedom of expression.
17. Revenue from dues paid by FSC members goes to fund all the important work and services that we provide. We simply can’t do it without you.
18. FSC can help you (and your employees, during enrollment periods) sign up for Covered CA, so that you can access healthcare under the Affordable Care Act. (Check with us for help in other states.)
19. Every day, FSC works hard to find ways to push the progress of the industry further, whether that is updating testing protocols for performers; developing new programs to fight online and product piracy; or confronting attitudes that hold the industry back.
20. FSC keeps you updated on the issues and topics that are important to your industry today, in email updates for members, its weekly e-newsletter The X-Press, with social media, and the FSC Blog.
21. Because it’s an awesome way to support the industry that you love working in.
22. Because all the cool kids are doing it ;-)
23. Because you could play a role in the future, through participation or contribution, and your actions can make a big difference in the course of adult industry overall.
24. Because if you don’t participate in FSC, its Board elections and calls-to-action, you can’t really complain. Just sayin’.
25. Because an industry that is always on the edge of controversy needs a strong organization representing it. WE NEED YOU! Be our next proud member!
Contact [email protected] or (818) 348-9373 for more membership info. Follow FSC at @FSCArmy or on Facebook.
