About:

Scams are becoming more sophisticated, but the techniques used to influence us are often surprisingly predictable. In this practical and engaging session, you will explore realistic scam examples and learn how scammers use urgency, fear, trust and authority to encourage quick decisions.

The session will help you build confidence, recognise when something feels wrong, check whether a request is genuine and know what to do if you think you may have been caught out.

What you will learn:

• How scammers use urgency, fear, trust and authority

• How to pause and check whether a request is genuine

• Warning signs that something may not be right

• What to do if you have clicked, replied or shared information

• How to talk about and report a suspected scam without embarrassment

Cost: $20 (+ GST & Booking fee)
Bookings: Required
Technical knowledge: None required
Accessibility: For accessibility information or assistance attending the session, please contact Kew Community House.