Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders

People Cluster: Polynesian

Language: Samoan - (smo)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestantism

Country: Fiji

Also found in: American Samoa; New Zealand; Samoa; Tokelau; Tuvalu; United States; Vanuatu

Population: 1,300

Global Population: 487,825

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical

Overview: The Samoans of Fiji, numbering 1,300, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Polynesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 487,825 in 8 countries. Their primary language is Samoan. The primary religion practiced by the Samoans is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available