Consumer protection can include guarding yourself against:
- Fraud
- Identity theft
- Scams
Consumer protection can also include familiarizing yourself with the best ways to use credit, how to shop for a used car, or how to maximize your security online.
In 2022, $8.8 billion was lost to scams.
It is your responsibility to be aware of your consumer rights and responsibilities.
Four Signs That It’s A Scam:
- Scammers PRETEND to be from an organization you know.
- Scammers say there’s a PROBLEM or PRIZE.
- Scammers PRESSURE you to act immediately.
- Scammers tell you to PAY in a specific way.
Here are two things you can do if you suspect you’re being scammed:
- Verify the phone number you are being called from.
- Call another friend or family member to see if they have gotten a similar call.
Protect yourself and your community by reporting fraud, scams, and bad business practices.
National Consumer Protection Hotline: 1-800-638-2772
Website:
https://consumer.ftc.gov/
Join us for an evening of conversation at our Gathering Circle as Keristyn Weber teaches us how to make beaded necklaces.
Time: Wednesday, March 15 | 6-8pm
Location: VNT Community Hall – 1750 Eiger Dr. Valdez, AK 99686
Valdez Food Bank Distribution Dates:
March 12 | 1-3pm
March 26 | 1-3pm
Location: 278 Richardson Highway, Valdez, AK 99686
MARCH 2023 – IMPORTANT DATES
Sunday, March 12 | Daylight Savings Time Begins
Wednesday, March 15 | Victims Services Gathering Circle
Monday, March 20 | First Day of Spring
Friday, March 24 | Chenega Day – VNT Closed
Monday, March 27 | Seward’s Day – VNT Closed
VALDEZ NATIVE TRIBE CONTACT INFORMATION
Samantha Dziatkiewicz, Director – (907) 255-7172
Keristyn Weber, Advocate – (907) 255-7413
VNT Office Phone – (907) 835-8069
Mailing Address – P.O. Box 1634, Valdez, AK 99686
This project is funded by Grant 2020-VO-GX-0097 awarded by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Office for Victims of Crime. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed are those of the contributors
and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S Department of Justice.