1GEN 7 Years of Impact, Innovation, and Purpose

Moving milestones and making The Impossible - Possible, that’s what 1GEN is known for.

We celebrate seven incredible years of impact, innovation, and sustainability this year. Our journey has been fueled by trust, commitment, and a vision to create a better world through technology and human-centered solutions. What started as an idea has transformed into a global force for change.

2018: The SPARK of Beginning

Every big change starts with a small idea.

As it’s said all the major things start with something no one ever thought of and that’s how 1GEN was born, Inspired by the TECH 2017 Conference in Vizag, India, the baby steps began and till now we can embark on an incredible journey to solve some of the most world’s challenges through teamwork and dedication. Our First Pilot Project started on the streets of Village JALWANA, PUNJAB - that’s where ideas met actions and wonders happened leading the foundation of this awesome journey marking the launch of Project ORIGIN, our first milestone in achieving Project in the United States, leading the way for 1GEN’s global expansion. Moving towards the end of 2018, our family grew to 33 members, all visions focused and passionate with wholeheartedly to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) where we were primarily focusing on SDG 2, 3, and 4 - targeting Zero Hunger, Good Health, and Quality Education.

2019: Expanding Horizons

From local impact to a global movement.

This Year, 2019 stepped towards the 1GEN going Global and making our way through Assam, INDIA by launching Project ORIGIN there and expanding our work to newer territories. 2019 was an incredible year where our Impact Driven Revenue Model came into reality and Business got aligned with Social Change. Moving forward our family growing to 45 Members now and we together further embracing SDG 13: Climate Action making it a top priority at work. Being able to present our vision at the Startup Summit in Berlin, GoodPitch HI while making COP 25 our vision for a great lasting Impact.

2020: Commitment Amidst Challenges

A year that tested us—and made us stronger.

The COVID-19 Pandemic completely tested us in all the ways possible throughout 2020 and that was the year where we launched 1GEN Impact Academy, which totally focused and aimed at upskilling and boosting individuals present in vulnerable Communities but as it’s said the bad times make you stronger and stronger and you come out stronger we got recognized as ‘Startup of the Year’ by Times Magazine of India, which boosted the Impact of our efforts. And that’s when we could proudly say that, when the world was grappling with this crisis, we focused with our teams on SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities and SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation. We targeted and presented at the Eco Lens, UN Summit, and Good Pitch Kenya, all of which aimed to push the agenda for a sustainable world.

2021: The Golden Period of Recognition

Innovation that made a difference.

Marking our more rigid commitment based on community Initiatives in 2021. We began our 10-10-10 Initiative with a local community and small business supporting program again bagging the title of ‘Most Innovative Startup’ for the year from Innovative Zone India.

2021 came out to be a turning point for 1GEN when we launched our Mobile App, Silver Talkies making a way for Senior citizens to enable them to engage with better tools and well-being. Our BRIDGE Platform shook the waves and we made it to BBC for a documentary on COVID-19's impact on global communities.

2022: Empowering the Change

Taking 1GEN to the global stage.

We joined forces with Inner Explorer and LynchPins to support Ukraine during the crisis, showcasing how technology fosters solidarity in times of distress.

Key Highlights:

• Launched GENESIS—bridging innovation & personal development.

• Introduced "Spread the Light" Campaign—bringing education to underserved communities.

• Produced "Be Bold, Be You" Elevate Documentary—highlighting leadership transformation.

2023: Year of Expanding the Impact

Scaling up to create a bigger change.

1GEN will always be grateful for this year as the Synergy Program was launched encouraging people - no matter from which background they belong to but making them seek remote job opportunities, and develop a new path. Along with the launch of our CREATIVELO India Project which brought a spread of incredible results among youngsters, the results were jaw-dropping with the release of our Earthbeat App, all intended to make sense of creativity and Innovation among Engineering students.

CREATIVELO was rolled to five Universities in INDIA, making a graceful Impact on students who achieved incredible results by knowing their creative potential. Our presence at COP 28 in Dubai allowed us to present this incredible CREATIVELO India to a global audience, rising for sustainability and social impact among the youth. Simultaneously, our leadership development program introduces the PARK Leadership Series. This was all designed to prepare next-generation leaders and changemakers with the tools they need to bring and maintain positive societal change.

2024: Stories shifted to Movements

Commitment to lasting impact.

Looking focused toward the future, we became more committed than ever to creating a long-lasting change. In 2024 we launched "S.H.E – The Toilet Ninja," a powerful film that addresses the critical issue of menstrual hygiene and sanitation.

Our 1000 Stories of Kindness campaign was another successful initiative where we were focused at celebrating the big and small acts of kindness across communities globally. This year also saw CreativeVelo India expanding to 12 prestigious universities, further driving innovation and creativity in higher education, with a focus on SDGs 1 (No Poverty), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 13 (Climate Action).

Our first global cohort round table conference explored leadership in the age of disruptive technologies, emphasizing human connection, emotional intelligence, and ethical innovation.

Looking back

Today, celebrating 7 years of Impact, commitment, teamwork, and innovation, we are proud of our people and work environment that just began from a small village of Jalwana, Punjab making its way to global initiatives that have touched lives worldwide. This journey was not at all easy but together we made it.

At 1GEN, we as a team know that these are still just the beginning and the wonders are yet to be achieved. Brighter days are lying ahead and with the support of each one of you we are going to make the impossible - possible, that’s what 1GEN is known for.

"The impossible is only impossible until it's done."

With your continued support, we look forward to reaching even greater milestones in 2025 and beyond.

🚀 Here’s to the next chapter of making an impact—together.