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National Fraud Information Center (NFIC)
1-800-876-7060
www.fraud.org


The National Fraud Information Center is a nationwide toll-free hotline for consumers to get advice about telephone solicitations and report possible telemarketing fraud to law enforcement agencies. In 1996, the Internet Fraud Watch was created, enabling the NFIC to offer consumers advice about promotions in cyberspace and route reports of suspected online and Internet fraud to the appropriate government agencies. The NFIC's trained counselors help consumers identify the danger signs of possible fraud and direct them to the right places for more information, if needed. Consumers can also report suspected telemarketing or Internet fraud through the NFIC hotline or web site.

Securities and Exchange Commission
http://www.sec.gov/consumer/cyberfr.htm

This Securities and Exchange Commission web site gives tips for avoiding Internet investment scams.

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
1-800-843-5678
http://www.missingkids.org/cybertip

This organization handles tips from individuals reporting sexual exploitation of children, including online enticement of children for sexual acts.

Cyberpatrol's Cyberguide:
The Safe Route on the Information Highway

www.route616.com

This website is a search tool which guides you to sites on the Internet for kids, parents and teachers. Sites have been researched by Cyber Patrol's team of professional researchers, and are appropriate for children ages 6 to 16+.

United States Department of Justice
Justice for Kids and Youth www.usdoj.gov/kidspage

This is a government website targeted to children, teachers and parents. It provides information on different aspects of justice - like Internet crimes, drug prevention and laws that protect their rights.

GetNetWise
www.getnetwise.org

GetNetWise is an Internet site developed by a coalition of Internet industry corporations and public interest organizations. It provides information on resources parents can use to make informed decisions about their family's use of the Internet

SafeKids
www.safekids.com

SafeKids.com is an Internet site with tips, advice and suggestions to make a family's online experience fun and productive.

SmartParent
www.smartparent.com

SmartParent.com is a resource dedicated to educating parents on the best ways to safeguard their children from the dangers presented by cyberspace.

Cyberangels
www.cyberangels.org

Cyberangels is an all-volunteer Internet safety organization whose goal is to keep the Internet safe. Members help protect people from stalkers and online predators and locate and report child pornography.