Affinity Group: Southeast Asian Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Tai

Language: Yoy - (yoy)

Alternate Name(s): Tai Yoi, Tai Jo, Lao Thai

Primary Religion: Ethnic Religions

Country: Laos

Also found in: Thailand

Population: 1,700

Global Population: 8,500

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: Less than 2% Evangelical, No Active CP Activity

Overview: The Yoy of Laos, numbering 1,700, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Tai people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 8,500 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Yoy. The primary religion practiced by the Yoy is ethnic religion. Ethnic religion is deeply rooted in a people's ethnic identity and conversion essentially equates to cultural assimilation.

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