With the holiday season approaching, we would like to draw your attention to an increased wave of scam attempts targeting ESTIV and many other EU-based societies.

In recent weeks, scammers have been sending fraudulent emails pretending to be ESTIV representatives — including, for example, the President, CEO, CFO, or Board members — asking for urgent help, financial assistance, or bank transfers. These messages can look very convincing, as they often use familiar names or email formats.

Please be assured that ESTIV never requests financial transfers, payments, or personal information via email. Any such message is fraudulent.

We have also noticed companies offering to sell “ESTIV member lists” or “conference participant lists.” These offers do not come from ESTIV and should be ignored.

For your safety, please:

• Do not respond to suspicious messages
• Do not open unexpected attachments or links
• Do not make any payments based on email requests
• Report any questionable communication to us immediately

Thank you for your vigilance and cooperation during this period, when scam activity typically increases.

Wishing you a safe and peaceful holiday season,

ESTIV Secretariat