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.
In this latest Leading by Association episode, Ali Demircan discussed trauma, community leadership, and recovery with Arundati Dandapani. He emphasized that lasting trauma extends beyond media coverage and highlighted the need for long-term community support. Demircan also advocated for recognizing the uncertain status of Turkish families in Canada due to recent disasters, urging policies that reflect their experiences.
In 2025, Generation1.ca CEO Arundati Dandapani launched AfroRise2050, a fellowship connecting African immigrants to their homelands and the world. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Generation1.ca unveils “Our Dreams for Africa” anthology, highlighting the challenges faced by immigrants of colour and promoting cultural exchange, knowledge and support within and across the African immigrant diaspora.
Global post-digital talent, including immigrants and globally mobile professionals, represents a significant competitive advantage for organizations. While technology has been prioritized, understanding and leveraging this talent can reshape workforce strategies. Companies that activate global talent effectively will lead in innovation and market growth, blending profit with social impact for a sustainable future.
Generation1.ca, a North American organization focused on immigrant supports and inclusion, will present research with Livepanel’s synthetic modelling tools at Esomar’s LATAM 2026 Conference. Founder and CEO Arundati Dandapani’s paper reinterprets migration dynamics, revealing that social inclusion predict immigrant retention more than arrival pathways. The study emphasizes the structural factors crucial for immigrant success, highlighting the importance of culturally sensitive workplaces and innovation readiness.
Join Generation1.ca for “Power Talks and Cocktails” on February 05, 2026, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM EST in honour of international data privacy day and week. This interactive webinar will address the implications of underrepresentation in data collection on marginalized communities, while fostering dialogue among leaders across various sectors on ethics, privacy, and trust in data practices.
