Lynn Rapu

Lynn Rapu Tuki is a Chilean politician and Easter Island (Rapa Nui) activist. She served as mayor of Easter Island from 2012 to 2020. During her tenure, she focused on issues relating to sustainable development, the preservation of Rapa Nui culture and heritage, and the management of tourism on the island. She has been a vocal advocate for greater autonomy for the Rapa Nui people in the administration of their ancestral lands and resources. Rapu has also been involved in discussions surrounding the repatriation of ancestral remains and cultural artifacts held in museums around the world. Her work has often involved navigating the complex relationship between the Rapa Nui community, the Chilean government, and international organizations.