La relación entre la comunidad Rapanui (Isla de Pascua) y el Estado chileno – Oportunidades y límites del proceso constituyente en Chile

Abstract

In 1888, the Polynesian island of Rapa Nui (Easter Island) was annexed by the Chilean state. Since then, the Rapanui community has been in a constant process of negotiation with the Chilean state. Central demands are self-determination and self-government, especially in relation to the territory and cultural identity of the Rapanui. This negotiation is gaining relevance and momentum in the context of the current constitutional process in Chile, which was set in motion by the social movement in October 2019 and the demand for profound sociopolitical reforms. The purpose of this article is to discuss the possibilities and limits of a new constitution with regard to the demands of the Rapanui community, taking into account the role of indigenous communities in Chile in general and in the ongoing constitutional process.

[Rapa Nui, constitutional process Chile, indigenous rights]