Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples
People Cluster: Mon-Khmer
Language: Parauk - (prk)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: China
Also found in: Myanmar
Population: 357,000
Global Population: 1,357,000
Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity
Overview: The Wa of China, numbering 357,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Mon-Khmer people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 1,357,000 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Parauk. The primary religion practiced by the Wa is ethnoreligion. Ethnoreligion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Not Available
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Radio Broadcast: Not Available