About us
Nani is a nonprofit aimed to protect Tahiti and her islands and revitalize our culture for future generations in a viable, economic way for all. Our goal is to encourage locals and tourists to safeguard French Polynesia’s nature and culture by creating impactful community projects, raising awareness, and creating community.
Association Nani is not just a nonprofit; it's a movement. Your support matters. Whether you're a traveler seeking meaningful experiences or a local passionate about preserving your home, we invite you to join hands in shaping a sustainable future for French Polynesia.
Founder’s Story
I was born and raised on the island of Tahiti by a Chinese father and Polynesian mother from Taravao.
One day a friend asked me, "What are you good at?" to which I replied, "I'm good at greeting people and putting a smile on their face." Little did I know that these traits would lead me towards my future career.
While I traveled around the world and pursued my education abroad, my mother passed away, which prompted me to follow my dreams and honor her memory.
Nani means "beauty" in the Polynesian languages. Nani is also the name of this loving Tahitian, who radiated the warmth and hospitality of our islands through her smile.
I created this nonprofit with my brother as a tribute to this incredible woman and to all the mothers who reflect the purity and joy of French Polynesia.
Alexandrine, Founder and Board President
Meet the Team
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Founder & Board President
She dreamed about being a chef, she became a tourism expert and advocate for sustainable tourisme at the United Nations. Today Alexandrine is a leader in sustainable tourism in her country being part of the sustainable tourism committee board for French Polynesia.
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Consultant in Sustainability
She traveled the world three times, she met indigenous community and learned about their land and how to preserve it. She helped developed successful program in French Polynesia to preserve ocean conservations. Today Pauline is a recognized sustainability expert in the Pacifique and actively help the Nani Association for her projects.
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Impact Manager
She started by being the perfect host on yacht to becoming an international research center manager on ocean conservation in Moorea. Not just a fabulous mother to her daughter, she is the years, eyes and mouth of our community. Today Aeata monitor the impact of our actions and is involved with our operations on the ground.
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She left her home island to study at Stanford University and came back with the highest experience our islands could have ever dreamed of. Today Marushka is settling to her home island with her family and is working with Nani Association to develop her ambitious strategy.
Our impact.
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3
Programs
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10
local events
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3,000
Impacted