Awa-Kwaiker

Awá (Kwaiker)
Total population
32,555
Regions with significant populations
Ecuador6,000–8,000 (1987)
Colombia3,000 (1987)
Languages
Awapit language

The Awá, also known as the Kwaiker or Awa-Kwaiker, are an ancient indigenous people of Ecuador and Colombia. They primarily inhabit the provinces of Carchi and Sucumbios in northern Ecuador and southern Colombia, particularly the departments of Nariño and Putumayo. Their population is around 32,555. They speak a language called Awa Pit.