Center for Empowering
Refugees and Immigrants

OAKLAND, CA

Our awards

A legacy of leadership & resilience

CERI was recognized by Alameda County Board of Supervisor for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May 2025

Outstanding & dedicated service to refugees & immigrants

CERI was recognized by the City of Richmond for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May 2025

UNA Global Citizen Award

CERI received the United Nations Global Citizen Award at the United Nations Association East Bay Chapter Celebration this October, themed: “Beyond Borders: Uplifting and Protecting Immigrants and Refugees. ” We were recognized alongside Senator Alex Padilla, ACLU Northern California, Alameda Health System Refugee Clinic, and Soccer Without Borders.