How online scammers are targeting LGBTQ2S+ activists in hostile countries
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Summary
This article from Xtra Magazine is a cautionary investigation into online scams specifically targeting LGBTQ2S+ activists and community members, particularly those in intolerant countries. It details how scammers exploit the vulnerability of queer activists fighting for change, going beyond financial harm to inflict emotional and reputational damage. The piece highlights the unique cruelty of these scams and provides resources for victims, including the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
Key quotes
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Everywhere you look online there are traps to catch the unaware and the vulnerable.
The impacts of scams targeting the LGBTQ2S+ community can go beyond putting the finances of victims at risk.
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