The Human Face of Conservation: Stories that Heal People and Planet
Featured by James Cameron, Ted, 60 Minuets and Nat Geo.
Join Briana Evigan, actor, storyteller, and co-founder of Abundant Village, with leading conservationist Damien Mander for an intimate evening at The KINN.
Through her journey from Hollywood to the heart of Southern Africa, Briana shares how caring for people becomes the foundation for protecting nature.
Her stories explore how community, creativity, and compassion are transforming conservation into a movement rooted in humanity, where thriving villages give rise to thriving ecosystems.
A night of truth, beauty, and belonging, a reminder that when we nurture one another, the planet begins to heal too.
About: Briana Evigan
Briana is a storyteller, actress, and humanitarian whose creative journey has evolved from Hollywood to the heart of Africa. Best known for her role as Andie West in the Step Up franchise, she built an international career with Netflix, Lionsgate, Disney, and the Rodriguez Tarantino team before dedicating her life to social and environmental impact.
As Co-Founder and CEO of Abundant Village, Briana leads a global nonprofit rooted in Southern Africa that redefines conservation by starting with people. Her vision connects art, humanity, and the wild, showing that when communities are nourished, educated, and empowered, nature restores itself. Under her leadership, Abundant Village builds regenerative gardens, wellness centres, and creative hubs that link human wellbeing with ecosystem protection.
Through her production company, MoveMe Studio, Briana produces films and campaigns that inspire empathy, action, and awareness. Her documentary MoveMe South Africa earned her the title of Best Woman Filmmaker at the Vegas Movie Awards and continues to inspire global audiences.
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