Before canvassing, we will meet as a team to prepare.
Join SisterHermana for Canvassing 101, an interactive training that equips volunteers with the tools, confidence, and knowledge needed for the Knocking for Knockers: Jacksonville Citywide Day of Action.
Whether you volunteer in your neighborhood or with a Strike Team, this session will help you connect with residents and share life-saving information clearly and compassionately.
What You’ll Learn:
• The Mission & Movement
Understand the purpose behind Knocking for Knockers and how this effort helps reduce late-stage breast cancer diagnoses in our community.
Understand the purpose behind Knocking for Knockers and how this effort helps reduce late-stage breast cancer diagnoses in our community.
• Canvassing with Confidence
Learn how to approach doors, introduce yourself, and engage residents respectfully, warmly, and effectively.
Learn how to approach doors, introduce yourself, and engage residents respectfully, warmly, and effectively.
• What to Say (and How to Say It)
Receive clear talking points to help you explain:
Receive clear talking points to help you explain:
- Signs, symptoms, and risk factors of breast cancer
- The importance of early detection
- Available screening resources
• Using Your Outreach Kit
Review the Buddy Check 12 kits, door hangers, and follow-up forms so you know exactly what to leave, collect, and report.
Review the Buddy Check 12 kits, door hangers, and follow-up forms so you know exactly what to leave, collect, and report.
• Handling Real-Life Scenarios
Practice responding to common situations, including:
Practice responding to common situations, including:
- No answer at the door
- Residents with questions or concerns
- Individuals needing referrals or additional support
• Safety & Team Guidelines
Review best practices to ensure a safe, organized, and positive canvassing experience.
Review best practices to ensure a safe, organized, and positive canvassing experience.
Who Should Attend:
- All registered volunteers (Tier A & Tier B)
- First-time canvassers
- Anyone who wants to feel confident before going door-to-door
This isn’t just about knocking on doors; it’s about building trust, sharing knowledge, and making sure life-saving information reaches every household. One conversation can lead to early detection. Early detection can save a life. Your participation makes that possible.
