Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples

People Cluster: Karen

Language: Karen, Pwo Eastern - (kjp)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism

Country: Australia

Also found in: Myanmar; United States

Population: 4,200

Global Population: 1,259,400

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Karen of Australia, numbering 4,200, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Karen people cluster within the Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 1,259,400 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Karen, Pwo Eastern. The primary religion practiced by the Karen is Protestant Christianity, a tradition that emerged from the Protestant Reformation. Protestants reject the idea of papal supremacy, instead stressing the authority of scripture alone, justification by faith alone, and salvation through Christ alone.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available