Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples
People Cluster: Karen
Language: Pwo Eastern Karen - (kjp)
Alternate Name(s): White Karen
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Myanmar
Also found in: Australia
Population: 267,000
Global Population: 271,200
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, Concentrated CP Activity
Overview: The Eastern Pwo Karen of Myanmar, numbering 267,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Karen people cluster within the Tibetan / Himalayan Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 271,200 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Pwo Eastern Karen. The primary religion practiced by the Eastern Pwo Karen 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