About UBS

The United Bible Societies (UBS) is the collective name for our fellowship of 145 individual Bible Societies working in over 200 countries and territories. From wherever and however they operate, Bible Societies all share the mission of placing the Word of God in the hearts and minds of the people they serve.

Bible Societies are not affiliated to any one Christian denomination. They work to serve all Christian churches and develop products and services appropriate to local needs. This includes Scripture distribution to church-goers, literacy programs for those who cannot read, audio products for those who are visually impaired, and Bible-based HIV/AIDS resources for those who are suffering and their carers. This work is often conducted through partnerships with other Christian NGOs. Special programs are developed for those with challenges such as women facing abuse, children living without parents and people in prison.

Translating the Bible is at the heart of what we do. Bible Societies are dedicated to faithfully deliver new translations to Christians anywhere who have never had a Bible in their own language.

For over 200 years Bible Societies have been providers of, and advocates for, the Bible. The Bible is a story without borders and Bible Societies aim to make its message known, loved and respected everywhere.

Registered office (UBS World Service Centre): Reading Bridge House, Reading RG1 8PJ, England. United Bible Societies Association, a company limited by guarantee. Registered in England and Wales No 2264875. Registered charity No 800058.

For Scripture Translation click here

For Scripture Distribution click here

Further UBS links:

UBS China Partnership

UBS Translations

La Biblia (Spanish only)

Good Samaritan

Word for living

For further information, please contact your nearest national Bible Society. Further information can be found on your Bible Society's website. You can find the link to your Bible Society on this page.