Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders
People Cluster: Polynesian
Language: Samoan - (smo)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant
Country: Fiji
Also found in: American Samoa; Canada; New Zealand; Samoa; Tokelau; Tuvalu; United States; Vanuatu
Population: 1,300
Global Population: 492,025
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical
Overview: The Samoans of Fiji, numbering 1,300, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Polynesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 492,025 in 9 countries. Their primary language is Samoan. The primary religion practiced by the Samoans is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available