The Mana Group was established in 2024 to empower Pasifika and Māori players by giving them the opportunity to utilise their voices, provide feedback, and engage with stakeholders on matters directly affecting them and their communities.
Purpose
The Mana Group was established to:
Provide consistent growth in the number of players of Pasifika and Māori heritage represented across the NRL and NRLW.
Promote Pasifika and Māori players into leadership roles and give them the ability to be a voice and act on behalf of the playing group through the establishment of a designated leadership structure.
Have an environment where players and stakeholders will have the opportunity to talk with and discuss any matters involving Pasifika and Māori players.
Provide support and guidance of the RLPA as their player representatives.
