Reflections from CRIS’ Executive Director, Angie Plummer

Catch a glimpse of the people, food, sponsors, and cause of the 2024 CRIS 5K + Advocacy Fair!

A doctor and psychologist with three young children find safety and security in Central Ohio after being forced to flee their home in Haiti.

An Afghan family torn apart by tragedy is re-united after 1.5 years apart.

CRIS’ employment program innovates fresh pathways for refugees and immigrants to find jobs in Central Ohio.

The second annual Culture & Artisans’ Fair will take place on Saturday, May 4th.

Columbus Crossing Borders Project Now at Auction

CRIS Expands Youth Mentorship Program to Serve Preschoolers

CRIS Expands Program Services to Meet New Community Needs

A Lifetime of Healing: CRIS Caseworker Anoj Sharma Serves Central Ohio’s Bhutanese Community

CRIS Health & Wellness Team Members Host Outdoor Connection Wellness Group

CRIS Health & Wellness Program Expands to Increase Mental Health Resources for Refugees

Afnan was resettled in Columbus with her mother and siblings as an 11-year-old in 2010. Her father was not able to join them until 2011. Here she shares a snapshot of their story.

Congolese family finds home in Clintonville through supportive neighbors

One Congolese mother of six adult children starts her first-ever job in Columbus, Ohio, at 58 years young with the help of Community Refugee & Immigration Services’ Employment program

For the months of August and September, CRIS is on track to welcome the highest number of arrivals in over seven years.

CRIS’ legal team celebrates approval of first Agfan asylum application filed through our office.