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: Netherlands
Also found in: French Guiana; Suriname
Population: 8,700
Global Population: 88,800
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Caribbean Javanese of Netherlands, numbering 8,700, are Engaged yet 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