ST. PAUL, Minn. –In response to an increasing number of sophisticated scams, eight Twin Cities-area credit unions said they are joining forces with Woodbury Public Safety to host a free educational seminar to aimed at helping community members to recognize and prevent fraud.
The “Credit Unions Fighting Fraud” seminar will take place on August 16 from 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at East Ridge High School in Woodbury.
“Open to everyone in the community, the event will offer practical tips from public safety and financial experts on safeguarding personal information and recognizing common fraud tactics,” the credit unions said.
The CUs are also encouraging attendees to bring up to five bags or boxes of sensitive personal documents for free shredding and recycling of small electronic devices, ensuring secure disposal of personal data.
‘Affecting All Communities’
“Fraud is an issue affecting all our communities, and there’s tremendous strength in collaboration,” Dave Larson, president and CEO of Affinity Plus FCU, said in a statement. “Scams are getting more sophisticated, and it’s easy to get caught off guard. Together with our fellow credit unions and community partners, we are committed to equipping Minnesotans with the knowledge and resources they need to protect themselves.”
Speakers will include representatives from the City of Woodbury Public Safety, Minnesota Commerce Department, AARP and Wings Financial Credit Union. Attendees will have opportunities to ask questions and interact directly with fraud prevention specialists.
The Participating Credit Unions
Participating credit unions include:
- Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union
- City & County Credit Union
- Expedition Credit Union
- Heartland Credit Union
- Ideal Credit Union
- Novation Financial
- Royal Credit Union
- Wings Financial Credit Union
