Bhutan Nepal Foundation
Our Work

The Archive

Preserving truth through comprehensive documentation and rare historical materials.

The Archive is housed in a dedicated building within the Bhutanese Refugee Historical and Cultural Complex.
It serves as a vital repository of knowledge, preserving the documented history of Bhutanese refugees and the relationship between Bhutan and Nepal for future generations.

The Archive building at the Bhutanese Refugee Historical and Cultural Complex
Pillar One

A Living Repository of History

The archive preserves rare artifacts related to the refugee camps and writings on Bhutan and Bhutanese refugees. It includes scholarly books on Bhutan, publications produced by refugee organizations, newspaper clippings, advocacy materials, and comprehensive data on the refugee population.

These materials form the foundation for research, education, and advocacy — ensuring that the truth of the Bhutanese refugee experience is documented, preserved, and accessible.

  • Over 500 scholarly works on Bhutan and refugee history
  • Complete collection of refugee organization newsletters
  • Decades of newspaper clippings and media coverage
  • Original advocacy campaign materials and documents

Our Collections

Scholarly Works

Academic books, research papers, and scholarly publications on Bhutan, its history, and the refugee crisis.

Refugee Publications

Documents, newsletters, and publications produced by refugee organizations during and after the camps.

News Archives

Newspaper clippings, media coverage, and press releases documenting key events and advocacy milestones.

Advocacy Materials

Campaign documents, protest records, petitions, and materials from human rights advocacy efforts.

Population Data

Statistical records, census data, and demographic information on the refugee population over decades.

Historical Artifacts

Rare physical artifacts, photographs, personal documents, and memorabilia from the refugee experience.

Research Access

For Scholars & Researchers

The Foundation maintains efficient studios and apartments that researchers and spiritual practitioners may rent for short-term residence. Scholars seeking to access the archive for research purposes are welcome to contact us.

Our archive supports academic research, documentary projects, educational initiatives, and efforts to document and preserve the history of Bhutanese refugees.

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500+
Scholarly Works
30+
Years Documented
1000s
News Clippings
100+
Oral Histories
Endless Knot

Join Us in Preserving
History & Heritage

Whether through membership, volunteer work, or supporting our initiatives, your involvement helps us honor the past while building bridges for the future.

30+
Years of History
3,000+
Community Members
5
Mission Pillars
1
Cultural Complex