Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Malay Peoples
People Cluster: Filipino, Tribal
Language: Ivatan - (ivv)
Alternate Name(s): Itbayaten, Chirin nu Ibatan
Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion
Country: Philippines
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Population: 47,000
Global Population: 47,000
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical
Overview: The Ivatan of Philippines, numbering 47,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Filipino, Tribal people cluster within the Malay Peoples affinity bloc. This people group is only found in Philippines. Their primary language is Ivatan. The primary religion practiced by the Ivatan is ethnoreligion, consisting of practices deeply rooted in this groups ethnic identity.
Bible Translations: Available
Jesus Film: Available
Gospel Recordings: Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available