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Scam Survivor Day: Combatting Online Scams

As online scams grow more sophisticated, survivors are often left overwhelmed, isolated, and unsure where to turn for help.

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Scam Survivor Webinar


As online scams grow more sophisticated, survivors are often left overwhelmed, isolated, and unsure where to turn for help. In recognition of Scam Survivor Day (May 8), join the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA), the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and the FINRA Investor Education Foundation (FINRA) for an important conversation with thought-leaders and a scam survivor on how to support those affected by scams. This webinar will:

  • Explore the emotional and financial impact of scams and share resources for recovery

  • Discuss the importance of avoiding victim-blaming language

  • Dive into the BBB's Scam Tracker Risk Report, highlighting the riskiest scams of the year

  • Offer practical advice on how to recognize, respond to, and recover from online fraud.

Speakers

Lisa Plaggemier

Lisa Plaggemier

Executive Director

National Cybersecurity Alliance

Lisa Plaggemier

Lisa Plaggemier

Executive Director

National Cybersecurity Alliance

Melissa Lanning

Melissa Lanning

Executive Director

BBB Institute for Marketplace Trust

Melissa Lanning

Melissa Lanning

Executive Director

BBB Institute for Marketplace Trust

Christine Kieffer

Christine Kieffer

Senior Director

FINRA Investor Education Foundation

Christine Kieffer

Christine Kieffer

Senior Director

FINRA Investor Education Foundation

Amisha Datta

Amisha Datta

Scam Survivor

Amisha Datta

Amisha Datta

Scam Survivor

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