Affinity Group: American Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Latin American and Caribbean Peoples

People Cluster: Guarani

Language: Guaraní, Mbyá - (gun)

Alternate Name(s): Nhande Va'e (Autonym), Brazilian Guaraní, Nhande Va'e (SELF), Mbua, Mbyá, Mbiá, Bugre, Guaraní, Brazilian Guaraní, Mbua), Mbyá (Mbyá, Guarani Mbya

Primary Religion: Ethnoreligion

Country: Paraguay

Also found in: Argentina; Brazil

Population: 16,000

Global Population: 28,500

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Mbya of Paraguay, numbering 16,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Guarani people cluster within the Latin American and Caribbean Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 28,500 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Guaraní, Mbyá. The primary religion practiced by the Mbya 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