What should I put on an application for Race?

What should I put on an application for Race?

The revised standards contain five minimum categories for race: American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, and White. There are two categories for ethnicity: “Hispanic or Latino” and “Not Hispanic or Latino.”

Why do job applications ask for ethnicity?

Yes it is hurting you, but the reason they ask is for reporting purposes. The government requires that employers report the race/gender of the people who apply so they can identify if there is systematic discrimination (e.g. a range of people apply for 50 open jobs but they all go to white males).

Can you refuse to give your Social Security number?

Yes, you can refuse unless you’re legally required to provide your Social Security number (SSN). However, there’s also no law preventing businesses from asking for it or refusing you service if you don’t provide it.

How do I know if someone has stolen my identity?

How to check if your identity has been stolen

1. Check your credit card statements and bank account. If you notice any suspicious activity, alert your bank or credit union right away.
2. Run a credit report. U.S. citizens are entitled to a free one every 12 months.
3. Monitor your finances closely.

What if I gave my social security number to a scammer?

If you provided a scammer with your Social Security Number directly, or you already think your number was used fraudulently, you will need to act more urgently. The credit agencies will provide you with a PIN number which you must keep on hand to unfreeze it. Fraud alert.

How do I know if Social Security is calling me?

You can call Social Security’s customer service line at to confirm whether a communication purporting to be from SSA is real. If you get an impostor call or email, report it to SSA using their detailed online form. You can also call Social Security’s Fraud Hotline at

How do you know if you are being scammed on the phone?

How to Recognize a Phone Scam

• There is no prize.
• You won’t be arrested.
• You don’t need to decide now.
• There’s never a good reason to send cash or pay with a gift card.
• Government agencies aren’t calling to confirm your sensitive information.
• You shouldn’t be getting all those calls.
• Imposter scams.

How do I know if Im being scammed?

you don’t know contacts you out of the blue. you’ve never met in person asks for money. asks you to pay for something or to give them money through unusual payment methods such as gift cards, wire transfers or cryptocurrencies. asks you to pay for something in advance — especially through an unusual payment method.

How can you spot a scammer?

It might be a scam if:

1. it seems too good to be true – for example, a holiday that’s much cheaper than you’d expect.
2. someone you don’t know contacts you unexpectedly.
3. you suspect you’re not dealing with a real company – for example, if there’s no postal address.
4. you’ve been asked to transfer money quickly.

How do I know if I have been scammed?

Seven signs you’re being scammed

• A company is contacting you out of the blue.
• You’ve been rejected for credit, but you’ve got a good credit history.
• You’re being rushed.
• Your bank is asking you for your PIN number personal information.
• The letter or email you have received is full of dodgy spelling and bad grammar.

How do you know if you are being scammed on cash App?

If someone claiming to be a Cash App service representative asks for your sign-in code or PIN, asks for you to send them money, or asks for personal information, it’s a fraudster. No Cash App service representative will ever ask for your sign-in code over the phone, on social media, or through any other channel.

What can someone do with your name and address?

With a name and address, a thief can change your address via U.S. Postal Service and redirect mail to their address of choice, Velasquez says. With access to your financial mail, the thief may intercept bank statements and credit card offers or bills, then order new checks and credit cards.

What do I do if I think a loved one is being scammed?

Scams are fraud, which is illegal, so your next step should be to contact law enforcement. Start by contacting your local police department and file a police report. The police will usually assign an officer to the case who will help you fill out the police report.

Who can help me if I have been scammed?

Report Most Common Scams The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is the main agency that collects scam reports. Report your scam online with the FTC complaint assistant, or by phone at 1-(9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, ET). The FTC accepts complaints about most scams, including these popular ones: Phone calls.

Can someone take a loan out in your name?

Your personal details such as your PAN, Aadhaar card, account number, and card numbers can be used by scammers to even open a loan account in your name. Monitor your credit score regularly: Tracking your credit score and report simply has to be the easiest way to monitor all loan accounts opened in your name.

Can someone steal your identity with your name address and date of birth?

With your name, address and birth date in hand, scammers may be able to buy your Social Security number on websites that normally sell them to businesses conducting background checks.

Is lying about where you live illegal?

When you lie about where you live and submit false proof of residency documents, you may be committing felony records tampering. Even if you have the best intentions for your kids, providing an address that isn’t yours is still fraud.