let's talk screening

Helping non-clinical kaimahi feel confident talking about bowel, cervical and breast screening with Māori and Pacific whānau.

let's talk screening

Helping non-clinical kaimahi feel confident talking about bowel, cervical and breast screening with Māori and Pacific whānau.

The Let's Talk Screening training was developed to support non-clinical kaimahi with more meaningful conversations around breast, bowel and cervical screening within our communities.

Welcome to Let's Talk Screening

This online space is designed to strengthen your knowledge and confidence in having supportive, culturally respectful conversations about cancer screening with Māori and Pacific whānau. On this page, you’ll find:

Recorded training videos (Modules 1, 2 and 3)
Presentation slides to download
Additional information, links and resources
Quick channel to send questions or request a certificate

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pre-course
work booklet

This pre-reading will help you prepare for the training and connect with the session content. Your reflections are for personal learning.

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Participant Handbook

This booklet offers extra learning for each module, with key messages, screening insights, and useful resources to explore in your own time.

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Meet the Facilitators

This training is led by kaimahi from WBOP PHO, AvaNiu Pasifika and the national screening programmes. Read more about them below.

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Watch sessions

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Module 1 - Engaging with
Tangata Whenua

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Build awareness of Aotearoa’s history, explore Te Whare Tapa Whā and learn to engage in respectful, mana-enhancing conversations with Tangata Whenua.

Module 2 - Engaging with
Tangata Pasifika

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Join an interactive session exploring Pacific Peoples’ history in Aotearoa, its impact on health and screening journeys, and insights from the Fonofale Model of Health.

Module 3 - Breast, Bowel &
Cervical Screening

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Learn about national programmes and their focus on early detection, equity and access. Become the connector between the health system and our people, one kōrero at a time.

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You can download the full PowerPoint presentation or select individual modules below.

ALL TRAINING SLIDES – FULL PRESENTATION

Module 1 - Engaging with tangata whenua

Module 2 - Engaging with tangata pasifika

Module 3 - Breast, Bowel & Cervical Screening

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What participants think

''The whole day was amazing listening to Tatai was very moving. I loved the space we were in and the awhi we received from the students''

“I found the training so helpful as it not only gave me another perspective on inequities, but also how to make some changes to how I do my mahi and how to have some better conversations with my clients.”

''The most valuable aspect was learning how to respectfully approach screening within Māori and Pacific cultural contexts.''

“I have ordered new screening resources to set up a table in our consult room and help start simple conversations about screening. I am also looking at better ways to connect with our Pasifika hauora providers.”

National Screening Programme Websites

These are Te Whatu Ora | Health NZ’s trusted national webpages for up-to-date screening information:

Resources

Why People Don't Screen and How we Respond

This resource helps kaimahi respond to common worries about screening in a kind and culturally safe way. It offers simple phrases you can use to support people, build trust and encourage screening.

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Tikanga in Cervical Screening

This resource outlines tikanga-based practices that support wāhine during cervical screening. It highlights ways to build trust, protect dignity and offer care that is respectful, safe and culturally responsive.

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Understanding Soālaupule

Learn about this a Samoan approach to shared decision-making that supports better communication and care for families.

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Proudly Co-designed with Our Community

Let’s Talk Screening was co-designed by WBOP PHO, AvaNiu Pasifika, BreastScreen Midland and Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty (Te Whatu Ora | Health NZ), with support from Pacific Island Community Trust (PICT) and Waiariki Whānau Mentoring, with funding from Te Aka Whai Ora Māori Health Authority.