Affinity Group: Southeast Asian Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples
People Cluster: Mon-Khmer
Language: Khmu - (kjg)
Alternate Name(s): Ou, Keun, Khong, Lu, Me, Rok
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Laos
Also found in: China; France; Thailand; United States; Vietnam
Population: 745,000
Global Population: 865,800
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 5% or Greater but Less than 10% Evangelical
Overview: The Ou Khmu of Laos, numbering 745,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Mon-Khmer people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 865,800 in 6 countries. Their primary language is Khmu. The primary religion practiced by the Ou Khmu 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