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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.
Arundati Dandapani, Founder and CEO of Generation1.ca, will contribute to AAPOR 2026 through presentations on Census-Based Microdata and The Nationality Paradox, the latter within a global panel she is chairing. The session also marks an inaugural AAPOR-WAPOR collaboration advancing more inclusive and globally connected research.
The 2026 data landscape emphasizes Human AI Collaboration, crucial for data professionals. Arundati Dandapani’s AAPOR course on May 6 focuses on ethical AI, advanced analytics, and policy communication. This virtual session equips learners to harness AI effectively, shaping impactful data-driven strategies. Registration closes March 30 for those seeking to future-proof their skills.
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.
On August 1st, Arundati Dandapani and Generation1.ca hosted a virtual session for AAPOR’s 2025 Summer Series. The event focused on insights regarding public opinion, AI ethics, and immigrant inclusion, featuring peer-to-peer discussions and a live Q&A. Emphasizing diverse voices, the session aimed to foster inclusion and innovation in research.
