FMR India Asha Niketan is affiliated with L'Arche International, a worldwide federation of communities where people with and without intellectual disabilities share life together. "Asha Niketan" means "House of Hope", as the organization aims to be a sign of hope in the world, welcoming and celebrating the unique gifts of every person. 

Founded in 1977, the Asha Niketan Nandi Bazar community is located in a small village on the coast of Kerala, India.

CHRIS SADLER

Our organization owes its existence to the vision and dedication of Chris Sadler, a compassionate advocate for those with intellectual disabilities. Born and raised in England, Chris Sadler was driven by a deep sense of purpose to make a difference in the lives of individuals who are intellectually disabled.

Welcome to Asha Niketan Nandi Bazar,

As Chairman of FMR India Asha Niketan Nandi Bazar, it is both an honor and a privilege to serve an organization that is committed to uplifting individuals with intellectual disabilities.

At Asha Niketan, we provide more than just care; we foster a nurturing environment that encourages growth, independence, and personal fulfillment. We believe that through the power of inclusion, education, and specialized support, every individual can unlock their full potential and lead a meaningful life.

Asha Niketan is a community of faith. It welcomes people of all religions and encourages them to find peace by helping them deepen their own faith, in an atmosphere that is harmonious and spiritually uplifting.

“We welcome men and women regardless of creed, race and caste. We welcome them and their pain. We want to offer them a real home and create with them a new form of family. The  community life needs to be supported and unified by a true spiritual life, which gives the strength to accept differences and to forgive.” 

Jean Vanier, Community and Growth,1994