Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders

People Cluster: Fiji

Language: Fijian - (fij)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism

Country: New Zealand

Also found in: Australia; Canada; Fiji; Solomon Islands; United States; Vanuatu

Population: 17,500

Global Population: 586,250

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical

Overview: The Fijians of New Zealand, numbering 17,500, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Fiji people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 586,250 in 7 countries. Their primary language is Fijian. The primary religion practiced by the Fijians is Protestant Christianity, a tradition that emerged from the Protestant Reformation. Protestants reject the idea of papal supremacy, instead stressing the authority of scripture alone, justification by faith alone, and salvation through Christ alone.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available