Register now and join us on 23 July at Mount College for the inaugural Let’s Talk Screening training
Western Bay of Plenty Primary Health Organisation (WBOP PHO) invites non-clinical kaimahi to join a new, one-day training designed to build confidence in talking with Māori and Pacific whānau about cancer screening.
Let’s Talk Screening gives you the tools to have supportive, culturally safe conversations that encourage early screening and save lives. You’ll learn how to connect with whānau, address common concerns, and work within Kaupapa Māori and Pasifika models of care.
Co-designed with our community
This training is a collaboration between WBOP PHO, AvaNui Pasifika, Breast Screen Aotearoa, the Cancer Society, Te Manawa Taki Health NZ, Wairiki Whānau, and the Pacific Island Community Trust. It’s grounded in local insights and lived experience, with practical tools to apply straight away.
Training details
Date: Wednesday 23 July 2025
Time: 9am–4pm
Location: Tāne-nui-a-rangi Wharenui, Mount Maunganui College
Cost: Free – lunch included
Questions: Email workforce@wboppho.org.nz
What to expect
- Experience a pōwhiri at the start and shared kai
- Learn how to guide kōrero around breast, bowel, and cervical screening
- Build cultural confidence and communication skills
- Explore local lived experiences and real-life stories
- Take part in interactive workshops and group learning
- Strengthen your role in improving screening rates across our region
Step up and be part of the change
Spaces are limited. If you’re a receptionist, outreach worker, navigator, administrator or other non-clinical kaimahi, this training is for you. Whether you’re in a GP clinic or community provider, we’d love to see you there. Your kōrero could make the difference that helps someone take the next step toward screening!
Join us on 23 July and help make screening easier, safer, and more accessible for everyone.
