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.
Leading by Association podcast guest Dwania Peele’s Amplify Your Biz Summit featured discussions on business finances, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of Black History Month in Canada. The theme celebrates Black achievements, while Generation1.ca’s AfroRise Fellowship honours future visions for the continent and Black Excellence. African-born newcomers are now 16% of recent immigrants to Canada, significantly enriching society.
Arundati Dandapani, Founder and CEO of Generation1.ca, will address the Insights Career Network on October 20, 2025. She will discuss findings from the Generation1.ca Global Industry Skills Study, emphasizing the necessity for data leaders to enhance critical thinking to seize new opportunities and the launch of a credential for immigrants.
Join Founder Arundati Dandapani and IACC Board members for a Q1 networking social on March 20, 2025, from 6-8 pm EST. Enjoy drinks, insights, and community connections.
This award-winning blog article by Mosope Afolabi-Ajayi highlights systemic racism in Canada and the United States, tracing its roots to colonial policies, segregation, and hierarchical structures that have historically marginalized Indigenous, Black, and Asian communities. Mosope discusses the persistent impact of these injustices and calls for transformative action, including education on colonial histories, reparations, and policy reforms to address and dismantle systemic racism, fostering equity and inclusivity across North America.
This episode explores survival strategies for small grocers in Latin America facing intense competition from hard discount retail chains. Guido Varela discusses with Founder Arundati Dandapani how small stores can leverage community connections, innovate, and adapt to changing market dynamics to thrive amid economic and security challenges. The conversation underscores the importance of technology adoption, customer service, and collaboration between public and private sectors to ensure the sustainability of these essential businesses.
