Canterbury Muslims Community Trust (CMCT)

About Canterbury Muslims Community Trust

Canterbury Muslims Community Trust was established in
2015 by a group of local Muslims in Christchurch. As a
registered New Zealand charity, our purpose is to foster
positive relationships between the Canterbury Muslim
community and wider society, promote inclusiveness and
support within the community, and raise awareness of
Islamic values and the needs of Muslims in Aotearoa, New
Zealand.

Who We Are

The Canterbury Muslims Community Trust (CMCT) is a collective of local Muslims from diverse backgrounds, united by a shared commitment to making a positive impact. We are dedicated to supporting the wellbeing, growth, and inclusivity of our community — both within the Muslim community and across wider Aotearoa New Zealand. Through collaboration with various groups and organisations, we aim to foster understanding, connection, and meaningful change for a stronger, more united future

Current and former CMCT trustees
Board of trustees in CMCT monthly meeting and AGM
Two trustees at the CMCT 10th year anniversary dinner.
Abdi, our now former Chair of CMCT making his speech at the 10 year anniversary dinner
Rob Dewhirst, a former CMCT Chair making his speech at the 10 year anniversary dinner.

Current Projects/

Collaborations

Poster for the Islamic History Competition 2025 organized by Canterbury Muslim Community Trust Fianz and Ministry of Ethnic Communities. The event is scheduled for August 17th from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm at Turanga Library. The poster features Islamic architectural silhouettes in gold against a dark blue background and includes logos of the event organizers at the bottom.

2025 Islamic History Competition

Muslim Boys Football Club

Mahia Te Aroha Podcasts

Graduate Women Canterbury logo with red and black text and a stylized black square and red arc.

Graduate Womens Canterbury - Barriers to Education Survey

Previous Projects

Tributes of Aroha

NZ Eid Day

March 15 Support

AME Group

Inspired Summit of Growth

After school programmes

Bait Al Hakma

Womens Pilates/Yoga

Muslim Open Space

Ramadan Iftars

Islamic Arts Exhibition

Ara Journalism Training

Food Bank

Eid Festivals

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