By Victor Gotevbe,
Editor-in-Chief
Every February, the United States celebrates the black history month, an acknowledgment to African American men and women who have made noteworthy contributions to America and other parts of the globe across different fields of life. It is in similar vein that the United People for African Congress (UPAC) in partnership with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) will hold a Free Webinar for people of African descent living and working across the country, scheduled for Monday, February 22, 2021 on Zoom Video.
The rendezvous will address issues centered on US Citizenship, Scams targeting immigrants, refugees and Asylum seekers who are seeking for jobs and financial assistance.
In addition, participants will learn about the meaning of the Social Security Number (SSN) to individuals and their families as it relates to retirement, disability, death and health insurance.
Speakers from FTC, USCIS and SSA will help participants to navigate through discussions about becoming a U.S. citizen and how to get the right help relating to immigration as the wrong help can hurt.
There will be an opportunity for participants to identify tricks used by fraudsters for those in search for jobs and financial assistance during this current health crisis.
Registration Details:
Click the invitation link to join zoom meeting for free on Monday, February 22, by 2pm : https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84934765576
Meeting Id: 849 3476 5576
Passcode: 247461
More information about Organizer & Partners
UPAC is a Non-Profit Organization based in Washington, DC. It advocates for the rights of fellow African nationals in the country, to empower them and increase public acknowledgement and respect. https://www.upac-usa.org/
The FTC is the nation’s consumer protection agency with a dual mission to protect consumers and promote competition. For one hundred years, our collegial and consensus-driven agency has championed the interests of American consumers. Into our second century, the FTC dedicated to advancing consumer interests while encouraging competition in our dynamic economy. The FTC collaborates with law enforcement partners across the country and around the world to advance our crucial consumer protection and competition missions. And beyond our borders, we cooperate with international agencies and organizations to protect consumers in the global marketplace. https://www.ftc.gov/
USCIS is an agency of the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that administers the country’s naturalization and immigration system. https://www.uscis.gov/
The SSA is an independent agency of the U.S. federal government that administers Social Security, a social insurance program consisting of retirement, disability, and survivor benefits. To qualify for most of these benefits, most workers pay Social Security taxes on their earnings; the claimant’s benefits are based on the wage earner’s contributions. Otherwise benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are given based on need. https://www.ssa.gov/
UPAC Media Partner
Diplomatic Watch is a digital media publication of diplomatic reviews, reports on foreign policy, discussions on the most significant developments in international affairs, exclusive interviews with Heads of Missions and other consular staff, Expatriates, Corporate profiles, country reports, and more.  www.diplomaticwatch.com
