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The Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office is hosting a "Behind the Screen" workshop designed to equip youth with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the increasingly complex and often hazardous online environment. This workshop emphasizes the crucial importance of educating young people about the risks associated with online interactions, particularly when engaging with strangers, as well as the evolving threats posed by AI-powered scams and identity theft. 

The curriculum will cover key areas, including: 

- Understanding Online Strangers 

- Safe Online Interaction Strategies 

- Protecting Personal Information and Preventing Identity Theft 

- Identifying and Avoiding Fraudulent Schemes 

The workshop will take place on July 25 at Sheriff's Safety Town, located at 8910 Jewella Avenue, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

The workshop is free, but seating is limited to the first 30 participants. Pre-registration is required. To register, please contact Deputy Vernita Williams at 318-681-0869 or email Vernita.Williams@caddosheriff.org.

For questions regarding this press release, please contact Brandon Fountain