Central Asian Unengaged Peoples

The Wakhi of Pakistan are high-altitude dwellers, living in the breathtaking valleys of the Upper Hunza and Gojal regions. They are known for their hospitality and distinct culture adapted to life in a mountainous environment. Spiritually, they follow Ismaili Islam (a branch of Shia Islam), revering the Aga Khan. While they are often more educationally progressive than neighboring groups, they remain spiritually isolated, with no known believers among them. Their geographic height matches their spiritual distance from the gospel. They are on the edge of the Persian world that has yet to hear the name of Jesus. Pray that the Wakhi people, who live among the highest peaks, will encounter the Creator of the mountains in a personal way. Ask God to send believers who can navigate both the physical altitude and the cultural complexities to share the hope of Christ.