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.
Following a stimulating discussion between Julie Owono and our CEO Arundati Dandapani, questions emerged about humanity’s value in an AI-driven world. As AI evolves, our identities and expertise may become digital assets. This prompts reflection on societal beliefs and practices as motivations shift. Key inquiries about ownership, benefit, and human essence in the AI era remain critical.
North America is on the verge of significant demographic shifts, with a growing immigrant population poised to impact various sectors. Generation1.ca aims to bridge the gap in representation and opportunity for these communities by fostering partnerships that enhance cultural empathy, AI, data literacy, and workforce readiness, promoting innovation and multicultural engagement across diverse brands and institutions in our ecosystem. Join us!
As 2025 ends, the insights industry reflects on AI’s transformative impact, offering efficiency, creativity, and depth in research. Leaders express gratitude for AI’s ability to enhance survey design, data integration, and emotional understanding, while emphasizing the necessity of human judgment. The collective sentiment points to AI as a catalyst for equity and innovation.
On November 18th, the Women in Research (WIRe) Toronto community will host an event focusing on the transformative power of mentorship in marketing research. Arundati Dandapani from Generation1.ca will be part of a panel discussing mentorship’s role in professional growth and inclusion. The event is free and encourages early registration.
At the 2025 SAPOR Annual Conference, Arundati Dandapani emphasized the critical role of language in public opinion research amid technological advancements. Drawing from Generation1.ca’s Global Industry Skills Study, she highlighted the need for ethical AI practices, immigrant inclusion, and the blending of disciplines to foster democracy and innovation in research.
