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The Global Research Affinity Group was Founded and launched by our CEO Arundati Dandapani at AAPOR’s 81st Annual Conference, uniting international researchers from various associations across global research interests. In a discussion with Zupeng, a Master’s student at the University of Michigan, they examine innovative methodologies to capture hard-to-reach populations and the role of AI in enhancing representation in research.
Generation1.ca’s CEO will present at the 9th Metropolis Identities Summit in Niagara Falls, focusing on migration and identity. Our CEO will introduce the Immigrant Discombobulation Index, highlighting the human dimensions of immigrant settlement. This framework aims to enhance understanding of belonging and social cohesion, contributing to immigration discussions in Canada and globally.
Generation1.ca is the Canadian Executive Partner for the Ninth International Field Program from July 18 to August 8, 2026, focusing on Canada’s educational approaches. The program includes the 16th Canada International Conference on Education and offers structured executive sessions on leadership and innovation, fostering international collaboration and partnerships in education.
This week, the AAPOR Executive Council of which our CEO is part, met to focus on enhancing trustworthy data and evidence in the profession. Participation in the Council is rewarding and impactful. The meeting fostered collaboration among key members and celebrated past contributions while acknowledging future challenges, humorously dubbed the “last human council.”
At AAPOR’s 81st Conference, Arundati Dandapani, Founder and CEO of Generation1.ca, joined the 2026–27 Executive Council. Leveraging her previous committee experience, she aims to enhance AAPOR’s mission through high standards, collaboration, and public understanding of survey science, while promoting equity and inclusion within the field.
