People
Who they are
The Cook Islands Maori are a Polynesian people with strong ties to ancestral seafaring traditions in the South Pacific. Today, many live both on their home islands and in communities in New Zealand and Australia. Their identity is expressed through art, songs, and their mother tongue, preserving a vibrant communal heritage.
Where they live
4
Countries
86K
World population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
New Zealand Significantly reached
|
81.1%
|
70.000 |
Cook Islands Significantly reached
|
10.5%
|
9.100 |
Australia Significantly reached
|
6.4%
|
5.500 |
French Polynesia Significantly reached
|
2%
|
1.700 |
The Bible in this people's language
A people only truly understands the gospel when they hear it in the language of their heart. See how far the translation has come.
Cook Islands Maori
Complete Bible
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Done
- Whole Bible Current stage
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)95.9%
Evangelicals12.7%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Por renovação espiritual e fervor missionário nas igrejas locais.
Pelo discipulado bíblico e engajamento das novas gerações que crescem na diáspora.
Pelo fortalecimento das famílias frente às mudanças culturais e econômicas.
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