"Founded for the relief of Poverty, Sickness and Distress through the provision of a clinic for the benefit of the inhabitants of Meghauli, Chitwan, Nepal"
In 1987 a couple of intrepid travellers (Beryl and Peter Shore) got lost, deep in the Nepalese Chitwan Jungle. However, luck was on their side in the form of a young boy scout called Hari Bhandary. He gained their confidence and let them know that his intentions were honourable, and rescued them from their plight. He persuaded them to come to his family home, fed, watered, and let them have his sleeping space on the floor. The following day they parted, Hari refusing any payment for his hospitality but he did have a simple request, could he write? So the correspondence began.
In 1996 Hari explained that he has a dream of 'providing a medical centre for his Village' because both his parents had caught tuberculosis and could not walk the 23kms to the nearest free facility.
This Website tells the story of how Hari's dream became a reality and the achievements that have been realised.
Documentary - 'Hari's Dream'
A short 20 minute film/documentary entitled "Hari's Dream", documenting the work undertaken in Nepal , by the 'Friendship Clinic and its umbrella organisation' is available by sending a large (padded) stamped addressed envelope to: Peter Shore MBE, Friendship Clinic, 31 Southcroft, Henleaze, Bristol , BS9 4PS. Please specify which format you require DVD or VCD.
The film includes information relating to:
- The story of the Clinic
- The building and provision of the two Kindergartens
- The running the Scout troop
- Sponsorship of children
- Educational and vocational training of adults
- The water and sanitation projects
Registered English Charity No: 1076740
