The Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) is launching a series of webinars designed to engage and inform the Indian diaspora on crucial topics ranging from immigration to technology.
The Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) is set to organize a monthly webinar series starting in July. These virtual events aim to educate and galvanize the Indian diaspora by addressing a diverse array of pressing issues relevant to the community.
Commencing on July 12, the webinars will take place on the second Saturday of each month, according to the USA’s time zone. The kickoff event is scheduled for July 12 at 9 a.m. ET, which corresponds to 6 a.m. PT, 2 p.m. in the UK, 3-5 p.m. across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, 6:30 p.m. in India, and 11 p.m. in Australia, extending to July 13 at 1 a.m. in New Zealand.
The inaugural webinar will focus on “Immigration Issues: Migration Issues Worldwide with Focus on North America and Europe,” a topic that has gained increased significance given the current geopolitical climate. Lord Bhikhu Parekh, a member of the House of Lords and a former professor at the University of Hull and the University of Westminster, will serve as the chief guest.
In the following month, on August 9, technology experts will converge to simplify the concept of Artificial Intelligence for a wider audience with a session titled, “What can AI do for me (Smart Living: Everyday Uses of AI Made Simple)?”
September’s session will be themed “What can Ancient Wisdom do to help me: Diabetes, Heart Disease and Today’s Health Issues?” Subsequent topics for the year include “Involvement in India’s Growth Story – Role of the Diaspora” on October 11, “Diaspora’s Role in the Technology of the Future” on November 8, and “Coping with Technological Challenges and Changes” on December 13.
Thomas Abraham, the Founder President and Chairman of GOPIO, articulated the reasoning behind these webinars, emphasizing the need for a platform that can connect and energize the widely dispersed Indian diaspora. “These events will certainly energize and harness the power of the Indians who have now become powerhouses of influence everywhere,” he said.
Prakash Shah, President of GOPIO, underscored the need to unify the diaspora community in the face of rapid technological changes. “We believe now that the age of robotics will usher in cataclysmic changes that need to be addressed in an unprecedented manner,” Shah expressed.
Shah further commented on the technological prowess of Indians, stating, “With technology mastery and leadership, Indians are better poised to offer compelling solutions to the issues that are unfolding around the world. Solving problems at scale in collaboration with our homeland communities is only possible when we unleash the cumulative intellectual capital that the Non-Resident Indians possess.”
According to New India Abroad, GOPIO aims to make these webinars an essential resource for the global Indian community.