Championing North America’s newcomer stories in a world reshaped by opportunity. A dynamic social enterprise, not-for-profit professional community association and media platform empowering immigrants with year-round programming, skills, career pathways, job fairs , collaborative networks for success. Placing you at the forefront of global transformation.
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, supported by Greenbook, champions immigrant inclusion and ethical AI, advocating for the recognition of global talent as economic infrastructure. CEO Arundati Dandapani’s presentation at IIEX North America 2026 highlighted the underutilized potential of globally mobile talent. The event fostered discussions on the vital link between trust, representation, and innovation.
The week included significant activities at the AAPOR conference, highlighting advancements in research, AI, and global collaboration. Key initiatives like the AAPOR-WAPOR Global Research Panel and the official launch of a Global Research Affinity Group led by our Founder and CEO were timely to our presence at the conference. Our presentations addressed synthetic data’s role in improving representation for hard-to-reach groups, emphasizing ethical governance.
Over the winter break, Generation1.ca’s Founder and CEO unveiled ten guiding tenets to mark the new year and her birthday. These principles are grounded in the major social, cultural, and economic transformations of recent decades, offering an informed lens on how societies evolve at moments of transition. Together, they serve as enduring waypoints for all who engage with Generation1.ca—inviting reflection, responsibility, and forward momentum at every milestone.
