Self-Determination Struggle for Kanaky People: Decolonization in Pasifika

In this episode of Cooper UNion, Joshua Cooper speaks with Viro Xulue, human and Indigenous rights advisor to the Drehu Customary Council, about Indigenous rights, decolonization, and self-determination in Kanaky/New Caledonia. The conversation explores the Kanak people’s struggle for recognition, justice, and cultural survival, including Indigenous identity, youth leadership, and dialogue during political transition. Viro reflects on international human rights mechanisms, Pacific solidarity, and the right of communities to shape their own futures.Subscribe and follow to join future conversations with voices from across civil society, academia, diplomacy, social movements, and international institutions.* * *FOLLOW & CONNECT🌐 Website | 🎧 Spotify | 🍎 Apple Podcasts | ▶️ YouTube | 🦋 BlueSky | 💼 LinkedIn | 📸 InstagramFor collaboration, guest suggestions, or media inquiries: [email protected]* * *SUPPORTCooper UNion is an independent project. If you would like to support the podcast and help us continue creating accessible global conversations, you can support us through Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/cooperunion* * *Music CreditsMusic provided by: Johnny Helm https://www.johnnyhelm.com/* * *DisclaimerThe views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or affiliated organizations.