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Stay sharp, stay informed! International Fraud Awareness Week is here to arm you with the knowledge to combat scams and deceitful tricks.
Get ready to sharpen your scam-avoiding skills! International Fraud Awareness Week kicks off on November 10th, a week dedicated to enriching our knowledge and strengthening our defense against sly scams and perilous phishing attempts. This global observance came into existence under The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners in 2000, with a mission to minimize the impact of fraud and protect individuals worldwide. Not meant to scare, but to empower, International Fraud Awareness Week is a rallying cry for us all to be vigilant, informed, and proactive protectors of our personal and financial safety. Let's band together this week, learn and share new tricks to outsmart the fraudsters once and for all!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of the Concept</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) establishes International Fraud Awareness Week.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2004</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Worldwide Participation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The initiative gains momentum and reaches an international audience, with organizations globally participating in the campaign.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Fraud Week Sponsorship Program</div><div class='timeline-text'>ACFE introduces the first official sponsorship program for International Fraud Awareness Week, encouraging businesses and corporations to support the cause.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Expanded Educational Resources</div><div class='timeline-text'>ACFE provides a broader range of free educational resources online, enriching people’s knowledge about different types of fraud.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Record-breaking Participation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Global participation hits an all-time high, with organizations from over 100 countries taking part in the annual International Fraud Awareness Week.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Attend a seminar on fraud</h3><p class='facts-text'>Many communities and organizations host seminars during this week to educate people on different types of frauds, scams, and how to protect themselves. Look for these events in your community or online to learn more about fraud prevention.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Do a "Deep-dive" in your digital habits</h3><p class='facts-text'>Use this week as an opportunity to re-evaluate your online habits. Do you have strong, unique passwords for all your accounts? Is your personal information stored securely? Are you cautious about the emails and attachments you open?</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Discuss with friends or family</h3><p class='facts-text'>Many people are too embarrassed to talk about being scammed, but open discussions can help others avoid becoming a victim. Share your insights, listen to others' experiences, and collectively stay informed about common tricks or schemes.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Fact-check information</h3><p class='facts-text'>If something sounds too good to be true, it might be a scam. Confusing language, pressured time frames, or demands for payments can all be red flags. Fact-check information and never rush into financial decisions without understanding the consequences. </p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Run a credit report</h3><p class='facts-text'>Fraud can directly impact your credit score. Use this week to schedule a free annual credit report check. Carefully review the report for any unusual activities and report any discrepancies right away.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes awareness and knowledge</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>International Fraud Awareness Week brings to the forefront the importance of being educated about various types of scams and frauds that are prevalent in today's digital world. It stresses on acquiring skills and knowledge to protect oneself from falling victim to such deceitful tricks.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages proactive action</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This week is not just about learning, it's about taking action. Whether it's improving digital habits, discussing experiences with family and friends, fact-checking information, or running a credit report regularly- the emphasis on being proactive rather than reactive is invaluable in fraud prevention.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It fosters a sense of community protection</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The International Fraud Awareness Week is a powerful reminder that protecting ourselves from fraud isn't just an individual responsibility, but a communal one. When we share knowledge, experiences and strategies, we create safer communities that are better equipped to outsmart potential fraudsters.</p></div></div>
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