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Threat Detection and Response Updates

Welcome to the Trust and Safety Center of the Global Citizenship Foundation—an resource designed to help you identify, prevent, and report fraudulent activity, impersonation, and digital misconduct. As part of our commitment to transparency, accountability, and safeguarding our communities, this Trust and Safety Center provides critical updates, guidance, and tools to protect you and your data from cyber threats.

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About the Global Citizenship Foundation's Safety Center

The Global Citizenship Foundation Safety Center is dedicated to ensuring the security and integrity of our mission by offering clear guidelines and resources to help stakeholders identify and avoid potential scams, fraudulent activities, or unauthorized communications. This center serves as a hub for accurate, up-to-date information regarding our official communication channels, domains, and best practices for safeguarding both individual and organizational data.

The Safety Center offers the following key elements:

  • Security Advisory: This section alerts stakeholders to the risk of scams, phishing attempts, spoofing, and individuals impersonating the Foundation or its officers.

  • Official Communication Channels: This section outlines all legitimate platforms and domains, including our main website, compliance portal, social media, and campaign domains.

  • How to Recognize Fraudulent Credentials: This section guides stakeholders in identifying fake or altered credentials by verifying issuer authenticity, checking for inconsistencies, and using secure verification methods.

  • How to Recognize Fake Letters and Contracts: This section assists stakeholders in detecting counterfeit correspondence by examining sender details, verifying digital signatures, and identifying formatting anomalies.​

  • Protective Measures: This provides actionable steps for users to protect themselves, such as scrutinizing emails and URLs, avoiding unsolicited requests for donations or personal information, and reporting any suspicious activities.

  • Contact Information: Facilitating direct communication with GCF, this section ensures stakeholders can securely report concerns or suspicious activities, ensuring that all interactions occur through trusted channels.

The Safety Center is intended to help users distinguish official GCF communication channels from fraudulent or unauthorized sources. It plays a vital role in protecting the Foundation’s stakeholders and its mission of advancing global citizenship education and sustainable development by promoting vigilance and providing clear instructions for recognizing legitimate communications.

Security Advisory


Official Communication Channels

For authentic and up-to-date information, please engage exclusively through GCF's official channels:

Official Websites and Domains

Exercise Caution!


How to Recognize Fraudulent Certificates

At the Global Citizenship Foundation, we remain fully committed to upholding the integrity of our credentials and communications. We issue blockchain-based digital certificates via Sertifier. Follow the guidelines below to verify any certificate or credential claiming to be from us.

🔍 How to Verify the Authenticity of a Certificate

Watch Out for These Red Flags


Verifying Suspicious Letters or Contracts

At the Global Citizenship Foundation, we are steadfast in our commitment to uphold the security and authenticity of our communications. In the spirit of transparency and trust, we have established clear guidelines to help you identify genuine correspondence and protect yourself against fraudulent letters.

All official letters and contractual documents you receive from us bear electronic signatures that meet the strictest standards including compliance with the European Union's (EU) eIDAS requirements. Each document features a clear, verifiable digital signature with an audit trail and tamper-evident seal, ensuring that you can confirm its legitimacy and authenticity at a glance.

In addition, all official letters and contracts adhere to our established templates, which include standardized logos, fonts, seals or stamps, and consistent color palettes that reflect our brand identity. Any deviations—such as typographical errors, unusual formatting, or altered logos—should prompt you to exercise caution.

Furthermore, our communications include precise contact information that matches the details provided on our official website and Safety Center. Discrepancies in phone numbers, email addresses, or physical addresses are red flags that may indicate fraudulent activity.

Unsure About a Letter or Contract? How to Verify Its Authenticity


Fraudulent Communication Alerts

Fraudulent Communication Alerts

Important Points to Remember

  • Exercise caution with unsolicited communications, especially those requesting money or personal details.​

  • GCF does not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment processes.

  • We do not request donations or personal information through unsolicited communications.

  • All legitimate communications will come from the official channels listed above.

  • Always verify the sender's email address and scrutinize URLs for authenticity.​

  • If you suspect fraudulent activity, report it to local authorities and inform GCF through our official channels.


Spoofing and Phishing Awareness

Spoofing involves the deliberate falsification of communication sources to deceive recipients. This can manifest through forged email addresses, caller IDs, or websites that closely resemble legitimate ones. For instance, an email might appear to originate from [email protected] but actually come from [email protected], a deceptive domain.​

Phishing is a cyberattack technique aimed at tricking individuals into divulging sensitive information by masquerading as a trustworthy entity. These attacks often employ deceptive emails, messages, or websites to harvest personal data.​

We Deploy Authentication Protocols to Secure Our Emails from Spoofing.

The Global Citizenship Foundation utilizes email authentication protocols including SPF, DKIM, and DMARC to validate legitimate communications.​

Key Indicators of Spoofing

  • Domain Variations: Emails from addresses that closely mimic official domains but contain subtle differences.​

  • Unexpected Attachments or Links: Unsolicited emails with attachments or links prompting downloads or credential inputs.​

  • Urgent Requests: Messages pressuring immediate action, often bypassing standard procedures.​

Common Phishing Tactics

  • Deceptive Emails: Messages claiming to be from GCF requesting personal or financial information.​

  • Fake Websites: Websites designed to look like official GCF platforms, prompting users to enter credentials.​

  • Malicious Attachments: Files attached to emails that, when opened, install malware on the user's device.​

Preventive and Protective Measures

  • Be Skeptical of Unsolicited Requests: GCF will never ask for sensitive information via email.​

  • Check Website URLs Carefully: Ensure the website address matches GCF's official domains.​

  • Verify Sender Details: Cross-check email addresses and contact information against official GCF channels.​

  • Avoid Clicking Suspicious Links: Hover over links to preview URLs before clicking.​

  • Use Security Software: Install and regularly update antivirus and anti-malware programs.​

  • Educate Yourself and Others: Stay informed about the latest phishing techniques and share knowledge within your network.

  • Report Suspicious Communications: Forward any dubious messages to [email protected] for verification.​

How to Report Suspicious Activities

Our Response Time

We strive to respond to all inquiries within 2-5 business days. For urgent matters, please indicate the urgency in your subject line.


Additional Information

Know Common Scam Tactics

Scammers often employ various tactics to deceive individuals. Awareness of these methods is crucial for your protection:

  • Urgency and Pressure: Imposing tight deadlines to prompt hasty decisions.​

  • Authority Impersonation: Claiming to represent high-ranking officials to gain trust.

  • Secrecy Requests: Asking recipients to keep information confidential to avoid scrutiny.​

  • Too Good to Be True Offers: Promising unrealistic benefits or opportunities.

  • Unusual Payment Methods: Requesting payments through unconventional channels like gift cards or wire transfers.​

Precautions While Reporting Fraudulent Activities

Your vigilance helps protect the broader community and uphold the integrity of our mission. If you encounter suspicious communications or believe you've been targeted by a scam:​

  1. Do Not Engage: Avoid responding or providing any personal information.​

  2. Document the Incident: Save all related communications, including emails, messages, and any other pertinent information.​

  3. Report to GCF: Forward the details to [email protected] for investigation.​

  4. Inform Local Authorities: Depending on your jurisdiction, report the incident to relevant law enforcement or cybercrime units.​


Threat Detection and Response

TDR Updates from the Global Citizenship Foundation: Threat Detection and Response Updates

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