TRUSTTECH company Gogolook has signed a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Asia Pacific College (APC) to launch a joint anti-scam campaign.
According to Gogolook Philippines Country Head Mel Migriño, the joint campaign aims to promote the safe use of mobile devices and the protection of personal information for students.
“This increases the cyber hygiene of each digital user; it includes the topic of scams and fraud in cybersecurity subjects to further increase the awareness of students and ways on how to respond,” Migriño said.
This initiative will include digital campaigns and ads, online events and webinars, as well as in-school events, where topics on scams and fraud will be discussed.
“Gogolook provides a Whoscall mobile application – basic premium package to the students, faculty members and staff of APC throughout the duration of this MOU,” he added.
With this privilege, users can access automated features of Whoscall, such as automatic database updates, blocking spam calls and URL scanning.
The ceremonial signing took place in BGC, Taguig City during the launch of #DapatAllMagWhoscall, a campaign advocating for online safety practices.
“This partnership will bring great results, particularly in enhancing the online safety of our students, leading to their better performance academically,” APC Academic Services Director Josephine dela Cuesta said.
On the sidelines of the event, APC IT Head Jojo Castillo emphasized the importance of partnership.
“Asia Pacific College is in the business of education, and it’s crucial to ensure that students are in the right mindset to learn and absorb everything. By partnering with Whoscall, we hope to provide the entire student body with peace of mind, allowing them to feel at ease while learning, and that APC supports their mental well-being,” Castillo said.
Part of the agreement includes appointing student ambassadors who will promote advocacy to combat scams and fraud while encouraging the use of the Whoscall app as a protective technology tool.
