Twitter Chat Series

Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT. and others for a series of Twitter Chats. Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join!

Schedule of Twitter Chats:

June

LGBT Communities & Online Safety
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., the LGBT Technology Partnership and other guests as we discuss online safety tips for LGBT communities in honor of Internet Safety Month and LGBT Pride Month.

When: Thursday, June 13 at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests: LGBT Technology Partnerships (@LGBTTech), STOP. THINK. CONNECT. (@STOPTHNKCONNECT)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

 

July

Online/Mobile Safety Tips for Summer Travel
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., the National Consumers League, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and other guests as we discuss ways to use the Internet and mobile devices safely and securely during the summer travel season. We'll also discuss what to do if you lose your mobile device while traveling.

When: Thursday, July 18 at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests: STOP. THINK. CONNECT. (@STOPTHNKCONNECT), National Consumers League (@ncl_tweets), the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (@cyber)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

 


Previous Twitter Chats:

August

"Back To School" Online Safety Chat
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., The National Cyber Security Alliance and Safer Online by Microsoft for a back to school online safety discussion. We'll chat about keeping a clean machine and preventing malware, viruses and other threats, family safety settings, preventing online bullying, managing your online reputation, being a good online citizen and other general safety topics.

When: Thursday, Aug. 2, 2012 at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests: The National Cyber Security Alliance (@StaySafeOnline) and Safer Online by Microsoft (@Safer_Online)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

September

Botnets 101 Chat
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., the National Cyber Security Alliance, StopBadware and ESET as we discuss "Botnets 101," everything you need to know about botnets and how you can avoid becoming infected.

When: Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012 at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests: The National Cyber Security Alliance (@StaySafeOnline), StopBadware Executive Director Maxim Weinstein (@maximweinstein) and ESET Security Evangelist Stephen Cobb (@zcobb)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

How to Get Involved with National Cyber Security Awareness Month Chat
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., The National Cyber Security Alliance, the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) and other guests as we gear up for National Cyber Security Awareness Month in October. Learn easy ways to get involved and make a difference in your home, school, office and community.

When: Thursday, Sept. 20, 2012 at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests: The National Cyber Security Alliance (@StaySafeOnline), MS-ISAC/Center for Internet Security (@CISecurity)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

October: National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) Chats

NCSAM STOP. THINK. CONNECT. Chat
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., The National Cyber Security Alliance, McAfee and Intel as we kick off  National Cyber Security Awareness Month with a STOP. THINK. CONNECT. Online Safety Twitter Chat. Learn ways to protect yourself, your family and your devices from threats.

When: Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests: Intel (@Intel), McAfee (@McAfeeConsumer), The National Cyber Security Alliance (@StaySafeOnline)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

NCSAM State of Cybercrime Chat
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., The National Cyber Security Alliance, Visa and The Identity Theft Resource Center, the Washington State Patrol and other guests as we discuss cybercrime and ways to protect yourself from becoming a victim.

When: Thursday, October 11, 2012 at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests: Visa Security (@VisaSecurity), The Identity Theft Resource Center (@ITRCSD), the Washington State Patrol (@wastatepatrol), The National Cyber Security Alliance (@StaySafeOnline)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

NCSAM Small Businesses and Online Safety Chat
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., The National Cyber Security Alliance, Symantec and Bank of America's Senior Vice President of Security, Identity and Fraud Executive (and National Cyber Security Alliance Board Secretary) Keith Gordon and other guests as we discuss small business safety during National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Learn ways to keep your small business safe by creating a cybersecurity plan and get tips to educate your employees and customers about keeping their information safe.

When: Thursday, October 18, 2012 at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests: The National Cyber Security Alliance (@StaySafeOnline), Bank of America (@BofA_News), Symantec (@SymantecSMB) and the Federal Communications Commission (@FCC)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

NCSAM Cyber Education and Digital Literacy Chat
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., Microsoft, AT&T, iKeepSafe, The National Cyber Security Alliance, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and other guests to learn about cybersecurity education efforts and get tips on how to raise good digital citizens.

When: Thursday, October 25, 2012 at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests: The National Cyber Security Alliance (@StaySafeOnline), Safer Online by Microsoft (@Safer_Online), AT&T (@ATTAspire), iKeepSafe( (@iKeepSafe), DHS (@cyber) and other guests.

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

November

Cyber Monday & Safe Online Holiday Shopping Chat
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., the National Cyber Security Alliance, McAfee, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and other guests as we discuss tips for safe online shopping ahead of Cyber Monday and the holiday season.

When: Thursday, November 15, 2012 at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests: The National Cyber Security Alliance (@StaySafeOnline), STOP. THINK. CONNECT. (@STOPTHNKCONNECT) McAfee (@McAfeeConsumer), U.S. Department of Homeland Security (@cyber)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

December

Smartphone Safety Chat
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., the National Cyber Security Alliance, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the Federal Communications Commission, Lookout, CTIA and other guests as we discuss mobile security tips and a new tool to ensure your smartphone is secure.

When: Tuesday, December 18 at 1 p.m. ET/ 10 a.m. PT

Guests: The National Cyber Security Alliance (@StaySafeOnline), STOP. THINK. CONNECT. (@STOPTHNKCONNECT), U.S. Department of Homeland Security (@cyber), the Federal Communications Commission (@FCC), Lookout (@Lookout), CTIA (@CTIA)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

Gaming Safety Chat
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., the National Cyber Security Alliance, the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB), and Family Friendly Video Games as we discuss video game safety information, tips and other resources for parents who are giving games this holiday season.

When: Thursday, December 20 at 3 p.m. ET/ noon PT

Guests: The National Cyber Security Alliance (@StaySafeOnline), STOP. THINK. CONNECT. (@STOPTHNKCONNECT), Entertainment Softward Rating Board (@OKtoPlay) Johner Riehl – Family Friendly Video Games (@FmlyFrndlyVdGms)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

January

Data Privacy Day Chat: Teens, Privacy & Online Reputations 
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., Data Privacy Day, Reputation.com and other guests as talk about teens, privacy and managing your online presence and reputation. We'll be using our usual #ChatSTC hashtag along with #dpd13, the official hashtag of Data Privacy Day.

When: Thursday, January 17th at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests: STOP. THINK. CONNECT. (@STOPTHNKCONNECT), Data Privacy Day (@DataPrivacyDay), Reputation.com(@Reputation_Com)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

Data Privacy Day Chat: Online Reputations 
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., Data Privacy Day, Intel, Matt Ivester and other guests as talk about managing your online presence and Matt Ivester's book, "LOL...OMG What Every Student Needs to Know About Online Reputation Management, Digital Citizenship and Cyberbullying." We'll be using our usual #ChatSTC hashtag along with #dpd13, the official hashtag of Data Privacy Day.

When: Friday, January 24th at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT

Guests: STOP. THINK. CONNECT. (@STOPTHNKCONNECT), Data Privacy Day (@DataPrivacyDay), Intel (@Intel), Matt Ivester (@MattIvester)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

Data Privacy Chat: Privacy for Businesses
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., the National Cyber Security Alliance, Holland & Knight, and other guests as we discuss privacy topics and get ready for Data Privacy Day on January 28th. We'll be using our usual #ChatSTC hashtag along with #dpd13, the official hashtag of Data Privacy Day.

When: Thursday, January 31st at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests:  STOP. THINK. CONNECT. (@STOPTHNKCONNECT), Data Privacy Day (@DataPrivacyDay), Holland & Knight (@HK_Privacy)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

February

STOP. THINK. CONNECT. at RSA Conference 2013 Chat with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., RSA Conference and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as we discuss the cybersecurity landscape and other topics.

When: Wednesday, Feb. 27 at 7:20 p.m. ET/ 4:20 p.m. PT

Guests: RSA Conference (@RSAConference)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

STOP. THINK. CONNECT. at RSA Conference 2013 Cybersecurity Education & Awareness Chat
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., RSA Security, Microsoft, AT&T and other guests as we discuss cybersecurity workforce development, online safety awareness and education and other topics.

When: Thursday, Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. ET/ 4:30 p.m. PT

Guests: RSA Security (@RSASecurity), Microsoft (@Safer_Online), STOP. THINK. CONNECT. (@STOPTHNKCONNECT), AT&T (@ATTBusiness)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

March

Child Identity Protection Chat
Child identity theft is on the rise. Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., the Federal Trade Commission, CSID and other guests as we discuss ways parents can protect their children from identity theft.

When: Thursday, March 14 at 3 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT

Guests: Federal Trade Commission (@FTC), CSID (@CSIdentity), STOP. THINK. CONNECT. (@STOPTHNKCONNECT)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

May

Password Day 2013 Chat
A strong password is the frontline of digital protection. Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., Intel, McAfee, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and other guests for a Twitter chat on creating long, strong and secure passwords in honor of Password Day 2013.

When: Tuesday, May 7 at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests: Intel (@Intel), McAfee (@McAfeeConsumer), U.S. Department of Homeland Security (@cyber)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!

Phishing Chat
Join STOP. THINK. CONNECT., Visa, the Federal Trade Commission, the Consumer Federation of America and other guests as we discuss phishing and ways to protect from scams.

When: Thursday, May 16 at 3 p.m. ET/noon PT

Guests: Visa (@VisaSecurity), the FTC (@FTC), Consumer Federation of America (@ConsumerFed)

Use the hashtag #ChatSTC to join the conversation!