EVENTS
Songs of Lao by Kenro Izu
A Benefit Photography Exhibition for Lao Friends Hospital for Children
Renowned Japanese photographer Kenro Izu was capturing the ancient temples of Angkor when he had a chance encounter in a Cambodian hospital. He witnessed a 7-year-old girl die because her father couldn’t afford two dollars for medicine. That moment became the spark behind Friends Without A Border, an organization dedicated to bringing free compassionate medical care to children in need.
In 1999, Angkor Hospital for Children opened in Cambodia and later Lao Friends Hospital for Children in 2015.
What began as a photographer’s response to tragedy has become a lasting legacy of healing and hope for thousands of children across Southeast Asia.
We invite you to experience the journey through Kenro’s lens to see how art truly can make a difference. All proceeds from the exhibition will go directly to Lao Friends Hospital for Children.
“Art Can Make a Difference”
From: Oct 10th, 2025 - February 28, 2026
Location: T’Shop Lai Gallery / Vientiane / Lao P.D.R.
Opening hours: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Entrance: FREE
Past Events
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Run For Children 2025 Luang Prabang Half Marathon: A Record-Breaking Year
The streets of Luang Prabang came alive on October 25, 2025, as more than 2,800 runners joined this year’s Run for Children, the largest turnout in the event’s 11-year history. More than just our annual local fundraising event, it was a true community success. People from all across Laos came together to support the hospital that brings hope and healing to so many children in northern Laos.
We want to say a big thank you to everyone who made this possible. To the sponsors, organizers, volunteers, runners, and donors, both in Laos and around the world, your kindness and energy made this day unforgettable.
And to everyone who joined the Virtual Run and supported from afar, thank you for being part of this journey with us.
Together, we showed what can happen when a community cares deeply and runs with one purpose! Thank you all very much.
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The 10th Anniversary of Lao Friends Hospital for Children New York Gala
May 20, 2025
Almost 170 supporters and guests joined and enjoyed the festive evening with special performances by Carlton Moe and a fun, exciting auction by Christopher Henke. The history and current activities at the hospital were presented with a video. This year, Nerou Cheng was honored with the Best Friend of Friends Award for his unwavering dedication to our organization to improve the health of children in Cambodia and Laos.
Thank you to all the participants and sponsors for making this event a big success!
