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 latest episode of the Leading by Association Podcast features Arundati Dandapani discussing the immigrant experience in North America. It emphasizes themes of transformation, integration, and the untapped potential of immigrants in driving innovation. The conversation highlights the challenges newcomers face and how Generation1.ca empowers them while fostering community, inclusive cultures and economic growth.
In a discussion following the Future Ready Governance conference, Arundati Dandapani converses with Jeff Lawrence about the evolving skills landscape in research software and the service economy. They explore AI literacy, data ethics, and the need for organizations to develop talent and leadership beyond algorithms to remain competitive in the future.
In this episode of Leading by Association, Dwania Peele, founder of Canadian Small Business Women, discusses her journey of resilience and leadership. From overcoming breast cancer to empowering immigrant entrepreneurs, she shares insights on navigating challenges, fostering community, and the importance of diverse talent in entrepreneurship. Tune in for an inspiring conversation.
Arundati Dandapani, Founder and CEO of Generation1.ca, was featured in the Charity Charge spotlight, discussing her journey from a young writer to a leader supporting over 2,000 members. She emphasizes the importance of storytelling, empathy, and data in celebrating immigrant voices and announces the launch of the Future Ready Innovators Credential.
The Fuelling Immigrant Futures event highlighted North America’s multicultural landscape, where integration challenges persist for immigrants, particularly South Asians. Despite barriers like underemployment and discrimination, community-driven initiatives and cultural connections provide resilience. Ongoing research and initiatives from diverse organizations doing research on immigrants and then community organizations like Generation1.ca aim to translate insights into actionable change, fostering trust and leadership in immigrant experiences as their professional community association.
