Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples
People Cluster: Tai
Language: Tai Dam - (blt)
Alternate Name(s): Tai Dam
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Vietnam
Also found in: China; France; Laos; Thailand; United States
Population: 817,000
Global Population: 963,000
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, Concentrated CP Activity
Overview: The Black Tai of Vietnam, numbering 817,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Tai people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 963,000 in 6 countries. Their primary language is Tai Dam. The primary religion practiced by the Black Tai is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available