Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders

People Cluster: Polynesian

Language: Tokelauan - (tkl)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism

Country: Tokelau

Also found in: New Zealand; United States

Population: 1,800

Global Population: 10,150

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical

Overview: The Tokelauans of Tokelau, 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 10,150 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Tokelauan. The primary religion practiced by the Tokelauans 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: Not Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available