Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders

People Cluster: Polynesian

Language: Niue - (niu)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism

Country: Niue

Also found in: Cook Islands; New Zealand; Tonga; United States

Population: 1,900

Global Population: 30,690

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 5% or Greater but Less than 10% Evangelical

Overview: The Niueans of Niue, numbering 1,900, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Polynesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 30,690 in 5 countries. Their primary language is Niue. The primary religion practiced by the Niueans 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