Our Story

Our journey of empowering communities through education.

Our Story

From Vision to Reality

The story started 13 years ago when Manzil (an NGO) helped Pradeep Kumar to fulfill his desire to learn English. The support from the NGO and the community enabled Mr. Kumar to pursue an education in the United States. On coming back to India, he knew his heart’s deepest desire was to help other young people to do the same. He first volunteered as a teacher for over 10 years at Manzil. Simultaneously, Pradeep also founded his travel company, Delhi by Locals. Working with various NGO’s for over a decade has only strengthened Pradeep’s desire to give back to the society. This led to using profits from Delhi by Locals to fund and start Learning by Locals (LBL) in 2017. Since then half the profit from Delhi by Locals is channeled towards establishing, increasing classes and building capacity at Learning by Locals.

From Vision to Action

Turning dreams of education into reality

With the support of friends from Manzil, Pradeep acquired a space in Sanjay Colony, an area close to his heart where he had taught students for quite some time, and knew that they held incredible potential for learning. It was no wonder that the students flocked to this new space to learn English, photography, music, computers, and theatre amongst many other things. Today, Learning by Locals runs classes 7 days a week and has more than 400 regular students. The team takes pride in its students and puts its heart and soul into making LBL a space where all students can dream about a better future for themselves with realistic hopes of achieving them With the support of friends from Manzil, Pradeep acquired a space in Sanjay Colony, an area close to his heart as he had taught students there for quite some time, and knew that they held incredible potential for learning.

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Words From Volunteers

Stories that reflect the change we create together.

I am a student at Learning by Locals, and my experience here has been truly transformative. This NGO has provided me with invaluable learning opportunities that go beyond the traditional classroom. The hands-on approach and real-world insights have helped me gain a deeper understanding of the subjects, while also developing essential skills for my future. The mentors at Learning by Locals are incredibly supportive and knowledgeable. They create an environment that is not only educational but also inspiring. I have learned so much in such a short time, and I am grateful for the chance to be part of this amazing community. If you're looking for an educational experience that is enriching and impactful, I highly recommend Learning by Locals!

Rakhi Kashyap Volunteer

We were very lucky to join the tour arranged by Delhi by Locals where Salman and Pradeep showed me this wonderful NGO learning place. Half of the tour's profit goes towards youth empowerment. The place is small but we are glad to see many happy teachers, staff and happy students. This is like visiting a very big and very close family. We are even more happy to see the students there give back to the community and becomes teachers themselves to help others. If you are visiting Delhi, do contact Delhi by Locals who can show you this wonderful place and introduce you to the wonderful students and staff here.

Dominic Tam Volunteer

Learning by Locals is doing incredible community work, empowering today’s youth with the skills, confidence, and guidance they need to succeed. Their focus on both personal and professional growth, combined with meaningful opportunities, is helping young people unlock their full potential and create brighter futures. Pradeep, the co-founder is someone with a high level of integrity and deeply kind.

Samantha Hosein Volunteer

Learning by locals is a very imaginative place where I learn many things. In this place I learn how to speak in English , leadership , explore new things , how to make friends etc . As I am an introvert, but now I have lots of true friends . This place change me completely and I am lucky that I got this place.....I love to spend time in this place (learning by locals)

Badal Kumar Volunteer

Two years ago, a friend and I visited India and were extremely fortunate to have Pradeep of LBL give us a tour of the Sanjay Colony. As part of the tour, we went to the LBL classrooms and learned about their mission. Pradeep and his teachers and students are life-changers for people in their community. I am proud to support them financially.

Sandra Baxter Volunteer

Learning by locals is a very good space for learning new things. Here you don’t need to pay money to learn new things and this place helps poor families without seeing personal benefits .I am glad I’m a student of learning by locals.

Sumit Yadav Volunteer

An inspiring place to be in & be part of...kudos folks...keep doing the fabulous work…

Vipin Gaur Volunteer

I got a lot of information from L.B.L. as I wanted. My confidence for life is also high and I have come out a little from my comfort zone. L.B.L has helped me a lot. Earlier I was something else but now I am something else than before. A lot has changed in my life now and the behavior of L.B.L is very good, no one judges me. I came to know through L.B.L what I want to do in life and I have learnt a lot from L.B.L.

Pooja Kumari Volunteer

There is a very good place for learning by locals and I have got a lot to learn from here such as a platform to speak in front of everyone and a place to put forward my views✨

Khushboo Goutam Volunteer

Since I came to Lbl, I have got to learn many things which I did not even know and I never thought in my life that I would come here and get to learn all these things, Lbl is the best for me, I am lucky for joining Lbl, thank you so much ❤😊

Geeta Volunteer

Before Learning by Locals, I never thought I could continue my studies. My family couldn’t afford school and I had almost given up. Today, I can read, write, and even help my younger siblings with their studies. This program has given me confidence and hope for a brighter future.

Arpita Volunteer

The workshops gave me not just knowledge, but also confidence. Earlier, I was too shy to speak in front of others, but now I can express my ideas and even dream of becoming a teacher one day. Learning by Locals has truly changed the way I see my future.

Sachin Kumar Volunteer

Volunteering here has been a life-changing experience. Watching children take their first steps in learning and grow into confident students fills me with joy. Every session reminds me that even small contributions of time and effort can create a big difference in someone’s life.

Amisha & Seema Volunteer

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Learning by Locals is a registered NGO that is situated in a low-income community in New Delhi’s industrial area, Okhla. Started by Mr. Pradeep Kumar, founder of the travel company Delhi by Locals, the aim is to educate and empower today’s youth by helping to develop personal and professional skills and providing students with the right opportunities and guidance to achieve their goals. The teenage years can often feel incredibly confusing for young people. The pressure to make decisions and take actions with long-lasting consequences makes the right guidance and support extremely critical in determining their future.