About MSLCT

Supporting young people to build confidence, direction, and life skills.

OUR VISION I
TE WAWATA

Empowering the young people of Te Matau-a-Māui to thrive as Rangatira in their world.

Happy students after an MSLCT event.

Successful students at MSLCT.

OUR MISSION I
TE WHĀINGA

We empower taiohi through sport as a pathway to physical and mental wellbeing, learning, personal development, and employment opportunities, building their hauora and sense of belonging.

OUR VALUES I NGĀ MĀTĀPONO

Rangatiratanga

Leadership & responsibility

Whai Wāhitanga

Youth participation

Whanaungatanga

Genuine relationships

Whanake

Development

about maca sports leadership charitable trust

our focus

Our focus is on strengthening mental and physical wellbeing, particularly for youth and those facing barriers to employment. Through education, mentoring and practical training, we support participants to build confidence, take responsibility for themselves, and positively contribute to their whānau and wider community.

est 2021

Formed in May 2021, the Maca Sports Leadership Charitable Trust is based at the Hawke’s Bay Rugby Community Training Centre in Tamatea, Napier.

We provide leadership and wellbeing programmes that support young people across Hawke’s Bay to reach their potential.

what we do

We deliver a range of programmes including pre-employment and leadership courses, driver mentoring, in-school programmes, health and wellbeing education —creating pathways into employment, education and positive life outcomes.

our team

Passionate about supporting young people to thrive and lead.

Business Development Manager

Chris McIvor

My purpose in life is to help others realise and reach for their potential. Inspiring others and organisations to be a ‘Better Version of Self’.

I have worked in the sports, community and youth space for over 25 years in a variety of roles and organisations including codes, schools, not for profits. I have now transferred skills learnt in sport into a passion for people development.

Our Programmes

Every MSLCT programme is designed to meet young people where they are, building practical skills in a safe, supportive environment.

Build Confidence and Leadership

Develop Practical Skills for the Real World

Create Pathways for the Future

Ignite Youth Employment Services

Calling all businesses! We have youth awaiting work opportunities…

Ignite
Drive

Community driver training programme

IGNITE
Ākonga

“The Rise of Realising Your Potential”

athlete development programme

Stronger character, on and off the field

Leadership
Events

Tailored leadership development services