We aim to support innovative ideas which empower people to create positive change in Massey and beyond.
OUR WHAKAPAPA
Massey Community Trust was established in 2003 to provide resources and leadership for effective services and programmes that deliver wholeness in mind, body, and spirit to individuals and whānau in Massey, West Auckland.
Massey Community Trust aims to mobilise the resources available within our community to meet the needs in the community. We want to break down the barriers of social isolation and fear to foster healthy relationships between families and their neighbours, their schools, their churches and the social services in Massey. We want to create a sense of safety and security, recognising that this is an important step to helping families address issues of poverty, violence, drug and alcohol misuse, gambling addictions, abuse, and mental health struggles.
MCT was initially involved in providing resources and governance for Westside Counselling Services. It has since been involved in offering a variety of initiatives aimed at relieving hardship and building resilience within families and the wider Massey community.
OUR VALUES
Whanaungatanga (relationships and connectedness):
We believe in the power of positive relationships and connectedness to create a sense of belonging and togetherness within our community. We prioritise building and maintaining these relationships with the people we work with, our stakeholders, and our partners.
Manaakitanga (hospitality and generosity):
We are passionate about showing kindness, empathy, and generosity towards others. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members of our community.
Wairuatanga (spirituality and connectedness to the divine):
We acknowledge and respect the spiritual dimensions of life and seek to cultivate a sense of connectedness to the divine and to our own inner beings.
Aroha (love and compassion):
We foster a culture of care, compassion, and kindness towards others, and act with love as our guiding principle.
Kotahitanga (unity and collective action):
We believe in the power of unity and collective action to achieve common goals. We work collaboratively with community members to make a positive impact in our shared community.
