Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Malay Peoples

People Cluster: Jawa

Language: Caribbean Javanese - (jvn)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Islam - Sunni

Country: Suriname

Also found in: French Guiana; Netherlands

Population: 77,000

Global Population: 88,800

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical

Overview: The Caribbean Javanese of Suriname, numbering 77,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Jawa people cluster within the Malay Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 88,800 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Caribbean Javanese. The primary religion practiced by the Caribbean Javanese is Sunni Islam, the largest branch of Islam. Sunni Muslims follow the teachings of the Qur'an and consider the first four caliphs to be the rightful successors of Muhammad.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Not Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available