Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Southeast Asian Peoples

People Cluster: Karen

Language: Pa’o - (blk)

Alternate Name(s): Black Karen, Taungthu, Pa-O, Paoh, Pa'o Karen, Pao', Black Karen

Primary Religion: Buddhism - Theravada

Country: Myanmar

Also found in: Thailand

Population: 874,000

Global Population: 874,850

Progress of the Gospel: Engaged yet Unreached

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

Overview: The Pao Karen of Myanmar, numbering 874,000, are Engaged yet Unreached. They are part of the Karen people cluster within the Southeast Asian Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 874,850 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Pa’o. The primary religion practiced by the Pao Karen is Theravada Buddhism, the oldest surviving branch of Buddhism.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available