Affinity Group: Southeast Asian Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples
People Cluster: Tai
Language: Tai Dón - (twh)
Alternate Name(s): Tai Don
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Vietnam
Also found in: China; Laos; United States
Population: 327,000
Global Population: 416,500
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, Concentrated CP Activity
Overview: The White Tai of Vietnam, numbering 327,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Tai people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 416,500 in 4 countries. Their primary language is Tai Dón. The primary religion practiced by the White Tai is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.
Bible Translations: Available
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