Many Nigerian languages—300, perhaps, or 350—are awaiting Bible translation. Without language survey, however, planning future work is a precarious task.
Many Bible translators in the Democratic Republic of the Congo rely on motorbikes for routine travel. But all too often, current ones break down—leaving travelers stranded.
The Kenyan organization Bible Translation and Literacy serves many of its country's most isolated communities. Faulty computers, however, are shackling its efforts.
In Africa, some of those involved in Bible translation hunger for reliable information technology support. But as programs expand and the number of staff dwindles, meeting this need becomes problematic.
A Nairobi-based team is poised to train personnel, aid in planning and evaluate work. But devoid of a vehicle, they remain stranded in the capital city.
Dyslexia is the most common learning disorder, yet most schools don’t have the training or curriculum to properly teach dyslexic children. Which can be a major problem for missionary families.
Many new methods and software programs used in Bible translation are promoted only by word of mouth, and five years can pass before some teams learn about valuable tools.
As Bible translation spreads to far-flung areas, water travel is crucial. But safety training isn’t available everywhere, and equipment can be pricey, especially for local translators.
The last decade has already unleashed a surging, world-shifting flood of technology. Yet its waters have yet to quench the needs of language development.
Digital publishing has revolutionized nearly every form of communication. However, SIL International—a world leader in language work—has yet to catch up.
In recent years, aviation-grade gasoline has become increasingly expensive and scarce in many areas of the world—including Cameroon, where the JAARS-supported aviation program has been severely affected.
"Business as mission" companies are united by one driving force: glorifying God and ministering to their communities. Unfortunately, many lack adequate start-up capital.
Without transportation, Bijago islanders are severed from the wider economy and Christian fellowship; bereft of medical aid, or sustenance when rice runs low.
In recent years, aviation-grade gasoline has skyrocketed in price and disappeared from many areas of the world—including Indonesia, where our aviation partner has been drastically hindered.
In recent years, aviation-grade gasoline has skyrocketed in price and disappeared from many areas of the world—drastically hindering several JAARS-supported aviation programs.
