Palawano, Southwest in Philippines

Palawano, Southwest
Photo Source:  Bill Davis 
Map Source:  Mark Stevens
People Name: Palawano, Southwest
Country: Philippines
10/40 Window: No
Population: 16,000
World Population: 16,000
Primary Language: Palawano, Southwest
Primary Religion: Ethnic Religions
Christian Adherents: 10.00 %
Evangelicals: 8.00 %
Scripture: New Testament
Online Audio NT: No
Jesus Film: No
Audio Recordings: Yes
People Cluster: Filipino, Tribal
Affinity Bloc: Malay Peoples
Progress Level:

Introduction / History

The Palawanos have been on Palawan since long before the Spanish or Moros came to the archipelago. They even have stories of the Sri Vijayan pirates of the 1400s.

Where Are they Located?

Southern Palawan island, Philippines

What Are Their Lives Like?

They are poor, subsistence farmers of upland rice. Most areas do not have government schools. They face encroachment by settlers, loggers and mining companies.

What Are Their Beliefs?

Animist. But a number have become evangelical Christians in the last 35 years.

Prayer Points

Wisdom for church planting teams.
Thank the Lord the New Testament is now available in this language
Strength, wisdom, protection for the church leaders as they shepherd local congregations and conduct outreaches.

Text Source:   Bill Davis