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Tokelauans

The Tokelauans are a Polynesian ethnic group native to Tokelau, a Polynesian archipelago in the Pacific Ocean, who share the Tokelauan Polynesian culture, history and language.

Language
The Tokelauan language is part of the Polynesian language family. Most Tokelauans are fluent in both English and Tokelauan. There are approximately 4,000 speakers, the majority of whom live in New Zealand. ==Diaspora==
Diaspora
The majority of Tokelauans live in New Zealand, concentrated in the Hutt Valley and Porirua, as well as Auckland. The New Zealand-based population exceeded that of Tokelau in 1976, and immigration declined after that point. ==Culture==
Culture
Religion As of 2019, 50.4% of Tokelauan people belong to the Congregational Christian Church while 38.7% belong to the Catholic Church. The rest of the population adheres to various Christian denominations, such as Presbyterianism. Roman Catholicism is mostly practiced in Nukunonu, whereas inhabitants of the islands of Atafu and Fakaofo adhere to Congregationalism. Prior to the arrival of Christianity, Tokelauans worshiped a god named Tui Tokelau. Sports Netball, rugby, football and cricket are popular in Tokelau. Tokelau Games are held yearly. ==References==
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