Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders
People Cluster: Polynesian
Language: Rarotongan - (rar)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestantism
Country: French Polynesia
Also found in: Cook Islands; New Zealand; United States
Population: 1,800
Global Population: 87,400
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical
Overview: The Cook Islands Maori of French Polynesia, numbering 1,800, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Polynesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 87,400 in 4 countries. Their primary language is Rarotongan. The primary religion practiced by the Cook Islands Maori 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