The Institute for Free Speech filed an amicus brief in the case Sullivan v. Texas Ethics Commission, urging the Supreme Court to review outdated lobbying disclosure laws. The brief argues that mandatory disclosure burdens First Amendment rights and is outdated given modern political dynamics.

On March 12, 2025, Institute for Free Speech President David Keating testified before the Kansas Senate Committee on Local Government, Transparency and Ethics regarding SB 286. In his testimony, he highlighted the deficiencies in Kansas’s current lobbying law and advocated for changes to align the state legislation with federal standards, thereby defending free speech and protecting grassroots advocacy.

IFS Institute published a news statement reaffirming its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and articulated resistance to governmental efforts aimed at eliminating DE&I initiatives. The statement emphasizes fostering connection and serving new communities despite anti-DE&I pressures.

On December 21, 2023, the IFS Institute issued a statement of support amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. In their message, Dick Schwartz and the leadership detailed initiatives including donations to key mental health organizations, pilot trainings for Palestinian participants with reduced tuition, and free therapy sessions coordinated by experienced practitioners. These actions underline the institute’s commitment to humanitarian values and healing in crisis times.

The IFS Institute issued a statement reinforcing its dedication to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) in the face of governmental efforts to dismantle such initiatives. The statement emphasizes resilience, growth, and a commitment to long-term change, supporting marginalized communities and progressive values.

The IFS Institute published its updated Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement on its website, detailing the establishment of a DEI Committee. The statement emphasizes a commitment to dismantling legacy burdens such as white supremacy, patriarchy, capitalism, colonialism, and ableism, and seeks to foster more inclusive training environments and community practices.

In an email to its community dated 6/3/2020, the IFS Institute announced several initiatives aimed at advancing racial justice. The institute is donating $10,000 to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, offering full scholarships for 5 Black men for its upcoming IFS Level 1 Training, sponsoring the enrollment of 100 POC in a new introductory course, and partnering for a free event during Minority Mental Health Awareness month. These actions demonstrate a commitment to countering systemic racism and supporting marginalized communities.