National Consumer Protection Week

NCPW 2010 -- Dollars & Sense: Rated “A” for All Ages


12TH ANNUAL NATIONAL CONSUMER PROTETION WEEK


WASHINGTON – Today, Scam Victims United joins with federal, state and local government agencies and consumer protection organizations to announce the 12th Annual National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), March 7-13. This coordinated consumer education campaign encourages individuals across the country to take full advantage of their consumer rights.

This year’s theme -- Dollars & Sense: Rated “A” for All Ages -- highlights the importance of using good consumer sense at every stage of life – from grade school to retirement. In recognition of NCPW 2010, Scam Victims United and its partners are promoting free resources to help people protect their privacy, manage money and debt, avoid identity theft, understand credit and mortgages, and steer clear of frauds and scams.

"The message of National Consumer Protection Week 2010 is simple: It’s never too early or too late to become a more informed and empowered consumer,” said Shawn Mosch, Co-Founder of Scam Victims United. “Regardless of your age or financial situation, there are useful lessons to learn about spending and managing money wisely. Scam Victims United encourages everyone to visit the NCPW website, www.consumer.gov/ncpw, for tips about making smarter decisions in the marketplace. ”

National Consumer Protection Week

News from the FTC

The 12th Annual National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) is right around the corner: March 7-13. This campaign provides tips and resources at www.consumer.gov/ncpw to help everyone take full advantage of their consumer rights. This year’s theme -- Dollars & Sense: Rated “A” for All Ages -- highlights the importance of using good consumer sense at every stage of life – from grade school to retirement. Check out the NCPW blog for short, timely features about helpful resources, leave a comment, and share your plans for promoting NCPW. The FTC and its NCPW partners will host a Congressional Fair for Members and staff, February 18 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am in the Rayburn Foyer. Get free constituent education resources for town hall meetings in your district. For more information about NCPW and the Fair, contact Derick Rill

National Consumer Protection Week

NCPW 2010
Dollars and Sense: Rated A for All Ages


NATIONAL CONSUMER PROTECTION WEEK: Consumer Resources for All Ages

Scam Victims United is proud to announce that it has joined a group of federal, state, and local government agencies and national consumer organizations to launch the 12th annual National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), March 7-13, 2010.

NCPW 2010 — Dollars and Sense: Rated A for All Ages — highlights the importance of using good consumer sense at every stage of life – from grade school to retirement.

NCPW partners are promoting free resources to help people protect their privacy, manage money and debt, avoid identity theft, understand credit and mortgages, and steer clear of frauds and scams. In addition, NCPW partners are reaching out to kids, focusing on websites, videos and games designed for a younger audience.

To become a partner in this national campaign, visit the website at www.consumer.gov/ncpw, where you’ll find a blog that offers tips for getting involved and promoting NCPW. Check out the Outreach Toolkit for a sample press release, web buttons and banners, and flyers you can use to spread the word about NCPW.