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SUMMARY:Golden Opportunity: Empowering Library Staff to Support Seniors Safely
DESCRIPTION:According to the Government of Canada\, fraud is now the number one crime targeting older adults\, and scams are becoming more sophisticated through the use of technology and artificial intelligence. From fake phone calls and online pop-ups to misleading emails and social media manipulation\, many older adults are being targeted daily\, often losing not just money\, but confidence in using digital tools. \n\nGolden Opportunity focuses exclusively on the nuances of library programming for older adults. This virtual conference will help library professionals design programs that foster connection\, skill development\, and personal enrichment while addressing the real challenges of staying safe online. \nLibraries are trusted community spaces\, and by strengthening their role in digital literacy and online safety\, staff can empower older patrons to use technology with confidence\, curiosity\, and resilience. \nAbout the Session\nJoin Debra Popa\, Executive Director of the KnowledgeFlow Cybersafety Foundation\, for an engaging session on empowering library staff to support older adults with safe online browsing. Some session topics include: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow scammers and fraudsters specifically target older adults online\nThe personal information seniors may unknowingly share while using digital devices\nPractical ways library staff can help older patrons browse safely and confidently\, both in the library and at home\nDismantling well-intended but harmful advice that library staff may give to patrons\nEveryday digital safety habits to prevent scams and protect privacy\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis presentation will be followed by insights from other professionals who will share their own experiences and strategies for supporting digital safety and lifelong learning among older adults. \nEvent Information\nDon’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your library’s role in supporting older adults through safe\, engaging\, and empowering digital learning. Join us online on November 10\, 2025 from 10:05AM to 11:05AM\, for this inspiring virtual conference designed exclusively for library professionals. To view the entire event program\, click on the button below. \nEvent Info \n\nStandardized Cybersafety Training Topics Resource\nTo download our comprehensive document of Standardized Cybersafety Training Topics that outline safety checklists to prevent victimization for various demographics including teens\, newcomers\, and older adults\, click on the button below. \nDownload Resource \nEssential Guide to Staying Safe From Modern Scams and Fraud\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDeveloped with support from the Ontario Seniors Community Grant Program\, this resource helps individuals understand how scams work and how to protect themselves. It explains common scam types\, the tricks scammers use to build trust and create urgency\, and practical steps individuals can take to recognize\, avoid\, and recover from fraud. \nDownload Resource \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nFor more learning materials\, check out the free courses from our KnowledgeFlow Cybersafety Academy\, where you can access free courses that help libraries and other non-profits strengthen their understanding of essential cybersafety practices. Click on ‘Academy’ in our menu bar located at the top of the page\, and select ‘Courses’ to view the specifics on what each of our courses teach. After finding your desired course\, click the ‘Register Now’ button and sign up for an account on the academy.
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