HEART Learning Spaces Calendar

One of the HEART Project Fund allocations was awarded to a joint application by the Kaitiaki to create the HEART Learning Spaces Calendar. We have organised a FREE community training for each month of 2026. They are as follows:

Need accessibility information? See our Accessibility & Inclusion information below, or contact us.

Accessibility & Inclusion

We want everyone to be able to participate in our Learning Spaces. If you have an accessibility or participation need, please get in touch. We can work with you around things like physical access, sensory needs, communication support, alternative formats, or Rainbow inclusion.

Please note: Accessibility can vary between venues. If you have specific access needs, contact us before attending so we can help you plan.

More details on upcoming trainings and providers…

Check out blog posts on trainings which have already taken place, and see more info about the upcoming trainings below…

MARCH

Lifekeepers Suicide Prevention Training (by Le Va) hosted at Tāmaki Community Development Trust

APRIL

Family Violence Prevention (by Emma - SHINE) hosted at Tāmaki Community Development Trust

MAY

Supporting Young People with Sexual Wellbeing (by Holly - Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa) hosted at Ruapōtaka Marae

JUNE

Te Tiriti o Waitangi (by Tangata Tiriti – Treaty People) hosted at Tāmaki Community Development Trust

JULY

MAAMA Training (by Penni / Jazriel - The Village Collective) hosted at Reserve Tāmaki, in collaboration with Tāmaki Youth Council

AUGUST

Faith & Family Violence (by Cilla Bilby - Te Whatu Ora) hosted at St Mary's Church

SEPTEMBER

Hymens and Virginity (by Kathy Lowe - Te Whatu Ora) hosted at St Mary's Church

Join us for an eye-opening and empowering kōrero with Kathy Lowe — a mother, nurse, and passionate educator who has spent years talking to a large number of different groups and genders around hymens and virginity.

Much of what we’ve been taught about hymens has been based on misinformation — and these myths continue to shape harmful ideas about virginity, sexuality, and even self-worth. Kathy’s grassroots, easy-to-understand session will challenge what you think you know, bring laughter to a tough topic, and leave you with knowledge that can change lives.

This kaupapa is especially powerful for those working with or supporting wāhine who have experienced sexual abuse or domestic violence, helping to shift damaging beliefs and restore mana. Sensitive images of genital anatomy will be shared (with notice and choice), ensuring a safe, respectful learning space. 

What is a hymen? Do I still have one? If you break your hymen does it mean you are no longer a virgin? These are all questions we will be exploring during this kaupapa. 

Come along, be informed, and rethink what you thought you knew — because every wahine deserves truth, empowerment, and dignity.

Please note this kaupapa is for 16 years old and older wāhine. 

Register here on this Google form and let us know if you have any questions.

OCTOBER

No Whakamā, Just Facts (by Auckland Sexual Health Services) hosted at Reserve Tāmaki

A sexual health kōrero for rangatahi and their whānau - Come along for an open, relaxed kōrero aboutsexual health, no awkward vibes, no judgement, just the facts. The team from Auckland Sexual Health will talk about why it’s an important part of hauora, share some helpful info about keeping ourselves and each other safe, and highlight the different places people can go to access free, friendly care in our community. We’ll keep things real and approachable, with plenty of time for questions. Free and easy testing will also be available at the end for anyone who wants it.

Register here on this Google form and let us know if you have any questions.

NOVEMBER

Raising Safe Futures (by Rape Prevention Education) hosted at Panmure Library

This is a community training designed for whānau of children up to 6 years old. It is designed to help empower people with simple everyday strategies and phrases they can use to keep their Tamariki safe.

It will include:

• Teaching Tamariki names for their genitals that medical staff, teachers and others will recognise

• Using positive mana enhancing language and removing shame and embarrassment from talking about private parts.

• Respecting children’s boundaries and teaching them about consent in simple age-appropriate ways

• Where to go for help and what to do if they are concerned

• Recognising warning signs and tactics used by those who harm children.

• Growing open trusting relationships so Tamariki know they can talk to their whānau about anything.

The workshop talks about the tougher topics but is very positively focused.

The registration form will be available soon, let us know if you have any questions.

Please email kiaora@heartmovement.org.nz and let us know if you have any questions.