In the indigenous Mising language, “Ayang” means love and this meaning guides everything we do. It shapes our commitment to dignity, equity, integrity, excellence and above all, to the people, cultures and realities we are rooted in.

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Ayang, a not-for-profit organisation was formally registered as a charitable trust under the Indian Trusts Act in November 2017 by three founders: Bipin, Aswathy, and Dharamjeet, whose paths crossed at just the right moment. A shared passion for contributing meaningfully to society, coupled with chance meetings, brought them together on purpose. Today, Ayang’s journey stands rooted in trust, relationships, and commitment to creating lasting yet intentional change by adopting a dual generational approach through education and livelihoods programmes. 

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Headquartered in Majuli, Assam, the world’s largest inhabited riverine island, Ayang is supported by a growing family of 100+ team members of educators, community leaders, and development practitioners, each driven by a desire to contribute in the most meaningful way possible. Ayang works closely with communities of Northeast India to create spaces where children can learn, women can lead, and communities can thrive.