Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders

People Cluster: Polynesian

Language: Niuean - (niu)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestantism

Country: Cook Islands

Also found in: New Zealand; Niue; Tonga; United States

Population: 175

Global Population: 30,190

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical

Overview: The Niueans of Cook Islands, numbering 175, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Polynesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 30,190 in 5 countries. Their primary language is Niuean. The primary religion practiced by the Niueans is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Not Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available