APAC Statement Regarding Mental Health and Cyberbullying December 16, 2017—Los Angeles—It has come to our attention that the recent suicides in our industry are being processed in a manner which may be harmful to other performers. Both mental health and cyberbullying are real issues that need to be approached professionally, and it is clear more resources need to be made available to our community. APAC will continue to prioritize both topics. Social media platforms are an av

December 14, 2017—Los Angeles—We are heartbroken at the passing of Yurizan Beltran. Our deepest condolences go out to her family, friends, and loved ones affected by this tragedy. The community remembers her as a warm and loving woman and a talented performer. Her passing is among too many recent losses to the adult performer community. We are all affected by the grief overwhelming us and our peers. In the wake of her death, APAC reminds performers to take space for their hea

December 6, 2017--Los Angeles--APAC acknowledges that the adult film performer community is not without disagreement, division, and differences. Every performer has a unique approach to their boundaries, limitations, and risk management. APAC will always stand on the side of bodily autonomy and safety, but also on the side of communication, education, and community. Due to the public nature of working in this industry, adult film performers are often bombarded with online and

December 6, 2017—Los Angeles—Our heart, tears, and love go out to August and her entire family. No words can describe how devastated our entire community is. August is remembered as a kind and strong presence by her community and will be greatly missed. The type of bullying and harassment that August endured is common within this business and as an industry we need to break from this damaging pattern. August is among other performers the adult film industry has tragically los