Mainak Roy

Mainak Roy is a dedicated social entrepreneur focused on educational reform in India. As Co-founder and CEO of Simple Education Foundation (SEF), he leads initiatives to strengthen public education by improving teaching quality and learning environments in government schools. His vision is rooted in ensuring equitable opportunities for all children, regardless of their background. simpleeducationfoundation+2

His commitment to education stems from his experience as a Teach For India Fellow, where he observed firsthand the systemic challenges within India's education system. This ignited his passion to create broader impact beyond the classroom, leading to the co-founding of SEF. acumenideas+1

Mainak is an Acumen India Fellow and a Wipro Foundation Fellow, demonstrating his engagement with social impact and leadership development programs. He is also a 2025 Fellow at Dalai Lama Fellows, indicating a continued pursuit of compassionate leadership. acumenacademy

He is also the Co-founder of Teachers For Tomorrow (India) and an Advisory Board Member at Educators For Equality, further solidifying his involvement in teacher development and educational equity. His TEDx talk, 'Teaching: A Two Way Street', highlights his belief in teaching as a powerful tool for self-discovery and impact. youtube