The Falealili community is invited to attend a free Community Hearing Screening to be held at Malaemalu EFKS Hall on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, from 9:00am to 2:00pm
This initiative aims to enhance access to hearing health services by providing residents of all ages with the opportunity to have their hearing checked at no cost. The screening is open to children, youth, adults, and older persons, with support for hearing aids available for individuals identified as needing further assistance.
The hearing screening is part of an ongoing collaboration between SENESE and the ENT Department of the Ministry of Health (MoH), to identify and refer those with hearing difficulties/problems to the appropriate services. This is made possible through the support of the Tautua Program. The team consists of SENESE staff, nurses from the ENT Department (MoH) and accompanied by a volunteer Audiologist from Australia with support by Piu Scholars. Together, the team will ensure professional, respectful, and accessible services for all participants.
Collaboration for Community Wellbeing
This event showcases the strength of collaboration between Civil Society Organizations under the Tautua Human Development Program, supported by the Australian Government through DFAT alongside the Government of Samoa partners including SENESE and Piu Scholars, a Community Learning Centre serving 16 students across Years 2-10. Partners recognized that undiagnosed hearing issues can impact educational outcomes and identified the need for accessible hearing screenings for students and their wider community. The initiative reflects a shared commitment to improving health outcomes and promoting inclusive community development.
Event Details
Event: Community Hearing Screening
Date: Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Time: 9:00am – 2:00pm
Venue: Malaemalu EFKS Hall
Cost: Free of charge
Who should attend: People of all ages from the Falealili community
Community members are encouraged to attend early and take advantage of this valuable opportunity to check their hearing and receive professional guidance and support.
This initiative highlights the power of partnership in delivering essential health services at the community level and reinforces a collective commitment to ensuring that no one is left behind in accessing quality healthcare.
SENESE expresses sincere gratitude to Tautua Program for funding this great community outreach, Dr. Sione Pifeleti and ENT Team for their ongoing support and Piu Scholar community for making this initiative a reality.
Press Release from SENESE on their Screening Program for Falealili
