Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Yao-Mien

Language: Iu Mien - (ium)

Alternate Name(s): Hill Tribes Sub-Cluster, Yao

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Thailand

Also found in: China; France; Laos; United States; Vietnam

Population: 46,500

Global Population: 725,300

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 2% or Greater but Less than 5% Evangelical

Overview: The Mien of Thailand, numbering 46,500, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Yao-Mien people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 725,300 in 6 countries. Their primary language is Iu Mien. The primary religion practiced by the Mien 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