PNG: Rebuilding Bible Society


Overview


The Bible Society of Papua New Guinea (BSPNG) is working to enhance its capacity to reach future generations with God’s word. Through this project, BSPNG will work to establish sustainable and impactful Bible-based mission work.

Papua New Guinea has significant spiritual needs, with over 300 languages lacking Bible translations and an urgent demand for Scriptures, especially in remote areas. Much of the population is uneducated and lives in poverty, with literacy also a challenge. BSPNG needs support to improve their capacity to serve the community, with only two current staff members, and a lack of suitable facilities to advance staff recruitment and productivity.

Training and mentorship of BSPNG staff and volunteers are important, empowering them to effect change within the organisation and their communities. Organisational capacity building is also essential, focusing on sustainability, governance, and collaboration with other entities to enhance operational efficiency. Additionally, systemic capacity building will address policy development and resource allocation to tackle national issues.

Current and future staff will gain valuable skills and knowledge through this project, ultimately benefiting the broader community that relies on BSPNG for access to the word of God. This initiative is crucial for revitalising BSPNG and ensuring it can meet the spiritual hunger of the people it serves.

Statistics 

  • 880 languages in PNG 
  • 300 languages yet to receive any Bible translation 
  • 89% of the population are in remote rural areas

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