• Older people may be confused about online banking, and not know the dangers of the internet. Helping these elders provides them with the opportunity to learn more about digital financial spaces while helping them stay safe. 

• It allows people to learn more about digital financial safety in a judgement-free zone. Many older people are struggling to adapt to the digital age, making them more susceptible to falling for fraudulent activity. They are often targeted when it comes to phishing scams and scam callers. 

TIPS FOR WHEN & WHERE

• At the local community center

• Every Saturday afternoon during the November

Suggested Action Plan

1. Find and contact local community centers. Book a venue.

2. Find and contact someone who works in banking or cybersecurity to conduct the presentations. 

3. With the help of the speaker, research and create a presentation about the necessary topics.

4. Create, print, and distribute flyers advertising the event. Hand them out at local senior centers and distribute them throughout the neighbourhood.

5. Create informational pamphlets for people to take home to help them remember what they learned.

6. Show up early on the day of the workshop and set up the presentation space.

7. Run the event!

POTENTIAL RESOURCES

✓ A qualified speaker ($100)

✓ Snacks and refreshments for attendees ($50)

✓ A place to run the workshop

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