Amaimon in Papua New Guinea

The Amaimon have only been reported in Papua New Guinea
Population
Main Language
Largest Religion
Christian
Evangelical
Progress
Progress Gauge

Introduction / History

The Amaimon people live in Madang Province of Papua New Guinea. Their language, also called Amaimon, belongs to the Madang branch of the Trans–New Guinea family and is spoken in rural communities of the region. Like many communities in this part of PNG, their history is rooted in small-scale village life, close kinship ties, and long-standing relationships with their surrounding environment. Their identity has been shaped over generations through shared land use, traditional practices, and the ongoing influence of neighboring groups.


What Are Their Lives Like?

The Amaimon people typically live in clustered rural settlements where family relationships guide social life, decision?making, and work responsibilities. Gardening provides much of their food, with crops cultivated through traditional methods suited to the local climate and terrain. Hunting, gathering, and small-scale trade with nearby communities supplement daily needs.

Homes are often built from locally available materials, and daily rhythms follow the seasons, weather patterns, and community activities. Oral tradition, practical knowledge of the land, and learning within families remain central to cultural continuity. As with many communities in Madang Province, strong local ties help sustain social structures and mutual support networks.


What Are Their Beliefs?

Christianity is the primary religious identity among the Amaimon people. While some traditional customs or stories may still be remembered, these should not be overstated, and reliable information about earlier belief systems is limited. Christian teaching and church life now shape the core spiritual framework for most households, and the hope of salvation through Jesus Christ is central to their recognized faith.

Scripture translation in the Amaimon language has begun, but no completed Bible portions, New Testament, or full Bible are confirmed. Therefore, it is best not to make further claims about the extent of Scripture availability.


What Are Their Needs?

The Amaimon people benefit from continued spiritual growth within their churches and families. Encouragement for local leaders, steady engagement with the portions of Scripture that become available, and strong discipleship practices all support the health of their Christian community.

Geographical factors and limited services in rural PNG can impact schooling, communication, and access to medical care. Strengthening family life, ensuring continuity in language use, and encouraging unity in the church will help support the long-term flourishing of the Amaimon people. As younger generations navigate social changes, a grounding in biblical truth can provide essential stability and direction.


Prayer Items

Pray for the Amaimon believers to grow in maturity and stand firm in Christ.
Pray for church leaders to teach Scripture faithfully and shepherd their communities with humility and wisdom.
Pray for families to remain united, strengthened in love, and committed to discipleship in everyday life.
Pray for ongoing Scripture translation to progress in a way that serves the Amaimon people well.
Pray that the Amaimon church will develop a vision to share Christ with other peoples who lack gospel access.


Scripture Prayers for the Amaimon in Papua New Guinea.


Profile Source:   Joshua Project  

People Name General Amaimon
People Name in Country Amaimon
Alternate Names
Population this Country 3,400
Population all Countries 3,400
Total Countries 1
Indigenous Yes
Progress Scale Progress Gauge
Unreached No
Frontier No
GSEC 6  (per PeopleGroups.org)
Pioneer Workers Needed
PeopleID3 10263
ROP3 Code 100246
Country Papua New Guinea
Region Australia and Pacific
Continent Australia
10/40 Window No
Persecution Rank Not ranked
Location in Country Madang province.   Source:  Ethnologue 2016
Country Papua New Guinea
Region Australia and Pacific
Continent Australia
10/40 Window No
Persecution Rank Not ranked
Location in Country Madang province..   Source:  Ethnologue 2016

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Primary Religion: Christianity
Major Religion Estimated Percent
Buddhism
0.00 %
Christianity
92.00 %
Ethnic Religions
8.00 %
Hinduism
0.00 %
Islam
0.00 %
Non-Religious
0.00 %
Other / Small
0.00 %
Unknown
0.00 %
Primary Language Amaimon (3,400 speakers)
Language Code ali   Ethnologue Listing
Written / Published Unknown
Total Languages 1
Primary Language Amaimon (3,400 speakers)
Language Code ali   Ethnologue Listing
Total Languages 1
People Groups Speaking Amaimon

Primary Language:  Amaimon

Bible Translation Status:  Translation Started

Resource Type Resource Name Source
None reported  
Profile Source Joshua Project 
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