The Journey of Nitin Orayan

About Nitin Orayan
•Social Entrepreneur • Educator • Author • Founder

Nitin Orayan is a social entrepreneur, educator, author and founder of Learning Space Foundation, a non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering rural communities through education, leadership and sustainable development. For over two decades, he has worked alongside children, teachers and communities to create meaningful learning experiences that inspire lasting social change. Through Learning Space Foundation, he continues to develop initiatives that connect education with leadership, career guidance, and sustainable community development...Know More

The Journey

The journey began not with an organisation, but with a simple human connection. During a period of reflection in 2002, Nitin spent time in a rural village where a group of children gathered around him every evening to listen to stories and learn. Those moments revealed the transformative power of education and planted the seed for a lifelong mission. In 2005, he moved to Ganeshpuri and began teaching village children, building trust within the community and creating learning opportunities where few existed. What started as a small educational initiative gradually evolved into a broader movement for community development...Know More

Learning Space Foundation

In 2006, this vision took shape as Learning Space Foundation, founded with the goal of creating joyful, inclusive and sustainable learning environments. Since then, the organisation has grown into a platform for education, teacher development, youth leadership and community transformation, touching thousands of lives across Maharashtra...Know More

Continuing the Mission

Today, Nitin Orayan continues to lead initiatives in education, teacher development, youth leadership, CSR partnerships and community transformation. Through his books, public speaking, articles and collaborative social initiatives, he continues to inspire individuals and organisations to create meaningful and sustainable change.
His mission remains unchanged—to empower people through education, compassion and conscious action...Know More

Latest Achievements

Strengthening Leadership Through the IICA CSR Professional Course

We are delighted to share that Mr. Nitin Orayan, Founder of Learning Space Foundation, has successfully completed the Year-long CSR Professional Course (July 2025 – April 2026) conducted by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India. At the Convocation Ceremony held on 17 July 2026 at the JW Marriott, New Delhi, he received the course completion certificate in the presence of Prof. Garima Dadich, Head, School of Business Environment, IICA. The programme provided valuable knowledge of India's CSR framework, corporate engagement, project design, monitoring and evaluation, and sustainable social development practices.

Best Women's Hygiene Project
of the Year 2023

Learning Space Foundation (LSF) won the best project award for its 'SafeSpace' Girls' Restroom & Sanitation for Rural schools in the category of 'Best Women's Hygiene Project' - the award was presented by the Brand Honchos Group Indian CSR Awards to the Founder at LSF, Shri Nitin Orayan on 7th October evening at Hyatt Centric Hotel New Delhi. We appeal to the large community of donors and NGOs working in the field of rural school sanitation and menstrual hygiene support to come forward and adopt this very useful project and implement it in many States and districts throughout the country.

Creating Impact

Rebuilding a School, Restoring a Community's Future.
Saraswati Ganpat Patil Vidyalaya, Kelthan

The low-ground-floor classroom block of Saraswati Ganpat Patil Vidyalaya, Kelthan, serving children from the surrounding rural community from Grades 8 to 10, was severely damaged by recurring monsoon flooding in 2020 and 2021. When the school management approached Nitin Orayan for support, he took up the redevelopment as a mission.
Working with the school community and partners, he helped mobilise support and fundraising to transform the damaged structure into an aesthetically rich, sustainable and child-friendly learning environment. The redevelopment reached a major milestone in January 2024, creating a renewed educational space for children from villages around Vajreshwari.

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Speaking & Events

Independence Day Celebration

Pratibha Vidya Mandir, Khanivade
15 August 2026

On 15 August 2026, Pratibha Vidya Mandir, Khanivade, celebrated Independence Day with great enthusiasm and patriotic spirit, with Mr. Nitin Orayan, Founder of Learning Space Foundation, as the Chief Guest. He addressed the gathering, interacted with recently passed-out students, and encouraged them in their educational journeys. Learning Space Foundation was proud to be part of the celebration, promoting education, achievement, perseverance, and opportunities for young minds.
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Axis Max Life Udaan
Launch

Patuck Polytechnic, Mumbai
22 July 2025

On 22 July 2025, Nitin Orayan, Founder of Learning Space Foundation, delivered a keynote address at the launch of Axis Max Life Udaan, highlighting the need for meaningful opportunities and career pathways for rural and semi-urban youth. He emphasized that talent exists across communities but needs the right guidance and opportunities to grow, describing Udaan as “a bridge of hope” for young people often left behind due to limited opportunities.
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Empowering 800+ Students
to Shape Their Future

NKT High School, Thane
12 August 2026

On 12 August 2026, Learning Space Foundation conducted a career awareness programme at NKT High School & Junior College, Thane, engaging nearly 800 students from Grades 11 and 12 across four sessions led by Mr. Nitin Orayan. More than 50% of the students registered for the Udaan Project, while the college Principal, Ms. Manisha, and senior professors appreciated the initiative and its use of digital technology to support informed career choices...Know More