Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Thai

Language: Northeastern Thai - (tts)

Alternate Name(s): Isan

Primary Religion: Buddhism - Theravada

Country: United States

Also found in: Thailand

Population: 1,300

Global Population: 18,561,300

Progress of the Gospel: Unengaged and Unreached

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

Overview: The Isaan of United States, numbering 1,300, are Unengaged and Unreached. They are part of the Thai people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 18,561,300 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Northeastern Thai. The primary religion practiced by the Isaan is Theravada Buddhism, the oldest surviving branch of Buddhism.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available