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SCARS™ Campaign: How To #ActAgainstScams
Today The Internet Is Overrun With Scammers!
Scammers of every possible nationality, scamming with every imaginable type of fraud! They have spread from Africa and Russia to the four corners of the globe.
Just two years ago hardly anything was being done to stop them. Scams were allowed to spread almost unchecked with only token arrests being made.
However, today is a different story. Over 21,000 scammers were arrested in 2018 alone! Scammers are digging in and no longer feel as confident that they are untouchable since the U.S. and other countries are now holding them accountable wherever they live!
More needs to be done though. Much more!
SCARS #ActAgainstScam Campaign
The SCARS #ActAgainstScams Campaign is a way to help you stay focused on what really matters in the fight against scammers.
Constantly displaying photos does not matter except to help victims confirm what they already know. Posting scammers on websites and social media does almost nothing either.
There are ONLY two things that will bring about change:
- Effective Reporting
- Effective Advocacy
In the case of Effective Reporting, we have been making the case for years that the way to report scammers effectively is the Reporting Trident
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Effective Reporting
To effectively report scammers you must do THREE things every time!
- 1. Report the crime to your Local Police if there is Money Lost!
- 2. Report the scammer to your National Police or FBI (www.IC3.gov)
- 3. Report every scammer on www.Anyscam.com
Optionally: Join our SCARS™ Anti-Scam Army™ to report them to Facebook too! www.facebook.com/groups/RSN.Army
Effective Advocacy
SCARS is aggressively working to change the situation worldwide. We are appearing and meeting around the world with technology industry giants, we are meeting with law enforcement and governments!
SCARS is already partnered or affiliated with the United States Government, the European Union’s Council of Europe, the Russian Government, the Chinese Government and more. Working on your behalf to change the laws and treaties to allow better enforcment and to eliminate the environment that allows scammers to thrive. But we are doing it without being in the pocket of Facebook like other advocates!
We will continue to do our part but are you doing yours?
We Need You To Do Two Things Right Now!
- Report every scammer!
- Use the #ActAgainstScams hashtag in your comments and posts relating to scams and scammers! Tie everything together with a simple mechanism to show the world how much we all care!
Will You Do It?
You can make a difference and it is not hard, just do these two things and you will make a huge difference in scamming!
We hope you will!
Optionally, you are also welcome to join SCARS as a member for FREE – visit www.AgainstScams.org to join!
Stay Safe Out There!
SCARS™ Team
A SCARS Division
Miami Florida U.S.A.
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SCARS page visitors are authorized to participate int he #ActAgainstScams campaign, however other anti-scam groups are not unless they are confirmed and approved SCARS Members. Unauthorized use is a copyright violation.
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FAQ: How Do You Properly Report Scammers?
It is essential that law enforcement knows about scams & scammers, even though there is nothing (in most cases) that they can do.
Always report scams involving money lost or where you received money to:
- Local Police – ask them to take an “informational” police report – say you need it for your insurance
- Your National Police or FBI (www.IC3.gov »)
- The SCARS|CDN™ Cybercriminal Data Network – Worldwide Reporting Network HERE » or on www.Anyscam.com »
This helps your government understand the problem, and allows law enforcement to add scammers on watch lists worldwide.
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Visit our NEW Main SCARS Facebook page for much more information about scams and online crime: www.facebook.com/SCARS.News.And.Information »
To learn more about SCARS visit www.AgainstScams.org
Please be sure to report all scammers HERE » or on www.Anyscam.com »
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Important Information for New Scam Victims
- Please visit www.ScamVictimsSupport.org – a SCARS Website for New Scam Victims & Sextortion Victims
- Enroll in FREE SCARS Scam Survivor’s School now at www.SCARSeducation.org
- Please visit www.ScamPsychology.org – to more fully understand the psychological concepts involved in scams and scam victim recovery
If you are looking for local trauma counselors please visit counseling.AgainstScams.org or join SCARS for our counseling/therapy benefit: membership.AgainstScams.org
If you need to speak with someone now, you can dial 988 or find phone numbers for crisis hotlines all around the world here: www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines
A Note About Labeling!
We often use the term ‘scam victim’ in our articles, but this is a convenience to help those searching for information in search engines like Google. It is just a convenience and has no deeper meaning. If you have come through such an experience, YOU are a Survivor! It was not your fault. You are not alone! Axios!
A Question of Trust
At the SCARS Institute, we invite you to do your own research on the topics we speak about and publish, Our team investigates the subject being discussed, especially when it comes to understanding the scam victims-survivors experience. You can do Google searches but in many cases, you will have to wade through scientific papers and studies. However, remember that biases and perspectives matter and influence the outcome. Regardless, we encourage you to explore these topics as thoroughly as you can for your own awareness.
Statement About Victim Blaming
Some of our articles discuss various aspects of victims. This is both about better understanding victims (the science of victimology) and their behaviors and psychology. This helps us to educate victims/survivors about why these crimes happened and to not blame themselves, better develop recovery programs, and to help victims avoid scams in the future. At times this may sound like blaming the victim, but it does not blame scam victims, we are simply explaining the hows and whys of the experience victims have.
These articles, about the Psychology of Scams or Victim Psychology – meaning that all humans have psychological or cognitive characteristics in common that can either be exploited or work against us – help us all to understand the unique challenges victims face before, during, and after scams, fraud, or cybercrimes. These sometimes talk about some of the vulnerabilities the scammers exploit. Victims rarely have control of them or are even aware of them, until something like a scam happens and then they can learn how their mind works and how to overcome these mechanisms.
Articles like these help victims and others understand these processes and how to help prevent them from being exploited again or to help them recover more easily by understanding their post-scam behaviors. Learn more about the Psychology of Scams at www.ScamPsychology.org
Psychology Disclaimer:
All articles about psychology and the human brain on this website are for information & education only
The information provided in this article is intended for educational and self-help purposes only and should not be construed as a substitute for professional therapy or counseling.
While any self-help techniques outlined herein may be beneficial for scam victims seeking to recover from their experience and move towards recovery, it is important to consult with a qualified mental health professional before initiating any course of action. Each individual’s experience and needs are unique, and what works for one person may not be suitable for another.
Additionally, any approach may not be appropriate for individuals with certain pre-existing mental health conditions or trauma histories. It is advisable to seek guidance from a licensed therapist or counselor who can provide personalized support, guidance, and treatment tailored to your specific needs.
If you are experiencing significant distress or emotional difficulties related to a scam or other traumatic event, please consult your doctor or mental health provider for appropriate care and support.
Also read our SCARS Institute Statement about Professional Care for Scam Victims – click here to go to our ScamsNOW.com website.
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