In 2023, this project (informed by the competency survey results) will conduct appropriate training events to build the capacity of literacy staff in the region. One such training event which has been recommended for 2023 is a virtual workshop series or webinar on Literacy Principles, after which, a series of themed-based workshops like Literacy Materials Production, Bloom software application, Writing Workshop, will be identified accordingly.

The specific goals of this project are to conduct two training events in 2023 for the literacy staff of Bible Societies in the Asia Pacific Region. The over-arching aim of these two training events will be to strengthen the capacity-building efforts of Bible Society literacy staff in the Asia Pacific region. One training will be virtual, using the Zoom platform and the other will be an in-person training in 2023.

In 2022, the impact of this project was felt by 4 literacy staff from Ceylon Bible Society, who were further equipped to develop, design, and implement their current literacy project. They are currently applying what they have learned in the online platform into their field practice. In the same way, the 3 literacy and admin staff from Laos Bible Society have learned the basic principles of literacy and literacy project implementation. They are currently reviewing the materials they are using to fit with the current audience of their project. The Bible Society Literacy Staff who attended the literacy materials development and software training in previous years have been equipped in developing age-appropriate materials for their learners.

This project will primarily impact Bible Society literacy staff, especially those involved in the delivery of literacy programs. When trained in different aspects of literacy programs (planning, implementation, evaluation) they will be able to use it in the context of their literacy projects. It is hoped that these staff will be able to strengthen their program implementation and develop several Bible engagement products for non-literate audiences.