2018 Discussion Series - May Presentation: Computer Crime Prevention

Topic: Computer Crime Prevention
Presenter: Nicole Rodriguez, Program Coordinator – Mercy Center Victim Witness Advocacy

Nicole Rodriguez currently works as a Victim and Witness Advocate for the Mercy Center in Asbury Park, NJ. She provides resources and support to underserved communities and those who have suffered crimes such as assault, domestic violence, family disputes, and theft & identity theft.

Topics to be discussed:

• What is a cybercrime? What are the different types of cybercrimes? How are cybercrimes carried out?
• Tools used to commit cybercrimes: Hacking, phishing, spam and many more!
• How to prevent becoming a victim of a cybercrime. What to do if you become a victim.
• How to understand cybercrime statistics and the Equifax breach.
• What is cyberbullying? Where are children most subjected to cyberbullying?
• Understanding social media tools.
• How to protect your child/grandchild from social media and cyberbullying.