Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders
People Cluster: Micronesian
Language: Gilbertese - (gil)
Alternate Name(s): Kiribertese
Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestantism
Country: Vanuatu
Also found in: Fiji; Kiribati; Nauru; Solomon Islands; Tuvalu; United States
Population: 950
Global Population: 140,475
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 5% or Greater but Less than 10% Evangelical
Overview: The Gilbertese of Vanuatu, numbering 950, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Micronesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 140,475 in 7 countries. Their primary language is Gilbertese. The primary religion practiced by the Gilbertese 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