Center for Empowering Refugees and Immigrants - CERI

11/05/2026

CERI supports Stitch by Stitch, the international ARTivism
campaign during the 16 Days of Activism, November 25 to December 10, 2026.
Communities in several countries create orange crocheted and knitted
pieces and flowers, stitch them together in public installations, and tell the stories behind them — a gentle, visible stand against violence toward women and girls.

There are many ways to take part: host a small stitching circle or display with your community, contribute handmade orange pieces (we are collecting donated pieces until October 30), or simply come and be
part of an event. Whatever fits CERI is wonderful — and if any of your
team or community members want to join personally, they are doubly welcome.

You can see the campaign here: www.iwiniwin.org/stitch

To Read More: https://www.iwiniwin.org/stitch
Explore the Ideas: https://photos.app.goo.gl/FHcYHafoSoKLjLVb9

Warmly,
Dina Asna
Founder/CEO, Inspiring Women in Networking (IWIN)

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11/04/2026

No one & I mean literally no one does selfcare like my office does. We brought blankets from home, that's how serious CERI is about wellness

11/04/2026

Today, we created a space to slow down, breathe, reconnect with our bodies, and simply rest. Through gentle breathwork, somatic movement, reflection, and Yoga Nidra, participants were invited to release the demands of everyday life and turn some of the care they offer others toward themselves.

It was a beautiful and deeply restful experience. Participants shared that they felt profoundly relaxed and were able to fully surrender to rest.

A gentle reminder that rest is not something we need to earn. It is something we all deserve. 💚
Georgia Young
Wellness In Action
Program Coordinator

11/02/2026

Last Saturday, CERI hosted Stories of Home, an afternoon of storytelling projects shared by immigrants and refugees, each carrying memories, journeys, and a different meaning of home.
A reminder that there is so much we may never know about one another, and every story deserves to be heard. *

11/02/2026

CERI proudly voices our opinions as we VOTE and advocate for our rights. Thank you staff Sophal Yin for your amazing outreach and continuous support of our loved and cherished communities! We are grateful and so very appreciative! 🙏🏽♥️🇺🇸

10/29/2026

Immigrants are the backbone of America. They are our caregivers, farmworkers, scientists, entrepreneurs + more.

This National Immigrants Day, CAPAC will keep fighting for immigrants’ rights to live, work, and build a future in the country they call home.

10/29/2026

CERI couldn’t be prouder of our YOUTH PROGRAM, which began 15 years ago. Much appreciation and gratitude to our youth team run by the amazing Audge Salindong, Priyanka Khadka, Rojina Magar and Moleeda Hov.
Youth Program
• Youth Leadership and Advocacy
• Academic and Economic
Wellbeing
• Health and Wellness
• Cultural Enrichment

Our most recent service programming has been the grant through OFCY which partners CERI, TRYBE, ARTogether, and F**A in providing a robust after-school program from Clinton Park, establishing it as a cultural community hub for youth.

Over the summer, we held our programming there 3 days a week.
Currently, ARTogther is offering a drop-in art workshop on Mondays, CERI offers 2 youth workshops on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and F**A offers Capoeira classes on Thursdays.
We are also establishing a tutoring and homework help space on weekdays after school.

Roots to Rise
• College readiness workshop for 1 and 2nd generation immigrant/refugee youth
• Addresses college readiness from a culturally responsive perspective, addressing barries that are specific to this community
• Offers hands on activities in resume writing/college application process
• Looking to incorporate guest speakers ex. admissions officers to give more thorough perspective to those looking to go into college after graduation
Leadership Unlocked
• New program for our middle school aged youth on Thursdays
• Grew from a noticed desire from the middle school aged youth to want to be mentors to their peers and leaders within their community
• Currently, even with this as a new program we have around 16 youth with interest continuing to grow,

Please join our youth activities and advocates as we inspire and be inspired by the wonderful youth who enter our CERI doors! We are grateful and filled with love & appreciation!

10/28/2026

Building stronger connections through collaboration!
Yesterday, Center for Empowering Refugees and Immigrants (CERI), Asian Pacific
Environmental Network (APEN), and the Nepali Community Support Group (NCSG)came together to discuss opportunities for collaboration, share ideas, and explore ways to better serve and support our communities.
We look forward to building meaningful partnerships and working together to create a stronger, more connected community.
Video by: Rojina Rana Magar

10/26/2026

Zumba and voting preparedness for CERI’s elders!

10/25/2026

Today was an important day at CERI! Our elders had the opportunity to exercise their right to vote through early voting. It was a beautiful reminder that every voice matters, every vote counts, and everyone deserves to be heard.

At CERI, we believe that every generation has a voice and a role to play in shaping our future. Today, our elders showed us that it is never too late to make your voice count!
Roger Remera
Staff Photographer