Our work
From first words to a full Bible
How a project goes from an unwritten language to Scripture in people’s hands.
Programs
What we do
We support every stage of translation and what comes after.
Language development
Alphabets, dictionaries and reading classes.
Translation
Local teams translate, with trained consultants.
Checking
Every verse is checked for accuracy and clarity, usually more than once.
Audio and video
Recorded Scripture for communities that mostly listen rather than read.
Literacy
Teaching adults and children to read their own language.
Scripture engagement
Helping churches use the translation every week.
Our approach
How a project works
Listen
A local church asks for a translation.
Train
Local translators are trained.
Translate
Drafting, checking and revising, for years.
Celebrate
The Scripture is dedicated in church, and read aloud the next Sunday.
Impact
Where things stand
120
active language projects
38
New Testaments completed
9
full Bibles
2M
people with new access
Where we work
Where we serve
Sponsor a verse
A small gift pays for a verse to be translated and checked.