Affinity Group: Southeast Asian Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders
People Cluster: Polynesian
Language: Tahitian - (tah)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestant
Country: New Zealand
Also found in: French Polynesia; New Caledonia; United States; Vanuatu
Population: 1,500
Global Population: 193,800
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical
Overview: The Tahitians of New Zealand, numbering 1,500, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Polynesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 193,800 in 5 countries. Their primary language is Tahitian. The primary religion practiced by the Tahitians is Protestant Christianity.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available