Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Tai

Language: Northeastern Thai - (tts)

Alternate Name(s): Sek

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Thailand

Also found in: Laos

Population: 14,000

Global Population: 17,800

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The Saek of Thailand, numbering 14,000, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Tai people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 17,800 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Northeastern Thai. The primary religion practiced by the Saek is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available