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AYA Cancer Network Aotearoa
Strategic Action Plan 2026-2030
The AYA Cancer Strategic Action Plan 2026-2030 sets the long-term direction for where the AYA Cancer Network Aotearoa will focus its leadership, coordination and advocacy over the next five years, and how it will contribute to improving experiences and outcomes for rangatahi with cancer.
OUR VISION
We will shape a cancer system that keeps every young person in Aotearoa safe on their awa, with care that stays connected, equitable, and responsive to their needs.
OUR COMMITTMENT
No young person with cancer will ever again be tipped from their waka because of gaps between services and supports.
Developed in partnership with rangatahi and whānau, AYA Cancer Services and partners across the cancer system, the plan is guided by Te Awa, which represents the cancer journey as rangatahi experience it, and Te Taiao o te Awa, the wider environment that shapes how safe, connected and supported that journey feels.
Te Reo o te Rangatahi | Rangatahi Voice
Throughout this Action Plan, you will become familiar with the concept of Te Awa, a powerful analogy that reflects the cancer journey experienced by rangatahi.
In this video, Mikyla, Co-Chair of the Rangatahi Advisory Group, shares her experience of being diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia at 21 years old and reflects on the challenges, support, and opportunities that have shaped her journey through Te Awa.
“I am passionate about ensuring that every young person feels supported and nurtured at every stage of their journey down Te Awa.”
– Mikyla
– Mikyla
