Afnan’s Story
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.
A Circle of Welcome
Congolese family finds home in Clintonville through supportive neighbors
Marcelline
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
CRIS Refugee Arrival Numbers on the Rise
For the months of August and September, CRIS is on track to welcome the highest number of arrivals in over seven years.
Hope Amidst Waiting
CRIS’ legal team celebrates approval of first Agfan asylum application filed through our office.
‘With Liberty and Justice For All’
CRIS citizenship classes bring people together and create special bonds