A Pulpit Was Used to Preach Hate. We Cannot Be Silent.
On May 9th, from the pulpit of the Islamic Society of Norman, a sermon was delivered in which Jews were described as “cowardly,” “backstabbing,” and inherently disloyal. The speaker called for “Allah to give them what they deserve”—an invocation that can only be understood as an endorsement of destruction and violence against the Jewish people. […]
Oklahoma Antisemitism Bills Signed into Law
The Jewish Federation of Tulsa applauds Governor Kevin Stitt for signing SB991 and SB942 into law—two landmark bills that enshrine civil rights protections for Jewish Oklahomans and adopt a clear legal definition of antisemitism into state law. With the stroke of a pen, Oklahoma now stands among the strongest states in America when it comes […]
Oklahoma Passes Two Historic Antisemitism Bills
The Jewish Federation of Tulsa proudly announces the passage of two landmark pieces of legislation—Senate Bill 991 and Senate Bill 942—by the Oklahoma State Legislature. These historic measures mark a major step forward in protecting Jewish communities and the civil rights of Jewish students across the state. Both bills passed with strong bipartisan support in […]
Lunch Bunch with Author Liz Hirsh Naftali: Saving Abigail
Join us for a powerful conversation with author Liz Hirsh Naftali as she shares the gripping true story behind Saving Abigail. This extraordinary account follows the events of October 7, 2023, when three-year-old Abigail Mor Edan was taken hostage by Hamas after terrorists launched a brutal attack on Israel. Abigail’s parents were killed before her […]
Lunch Bunch
From April 20 – 24, the Jewish Federation is hosting three esteemed professionals from the Tamar Regional Council, our Israel partner region. This Lunch Bunch is your opportunity to learn about the governing body of one of Israel’s most breathtaking and historically rich regions, stretching from the Dead Sea to the Judean Desert. Learn about […]
Hug for Hope Comes to Tulsa
We are honored to be partnering with the Hug for Hope initiative, a grassroots program from Israel designed to connect Israeli evacuees with host families across North America. This incredible program offers families deeply affected by the trauma of October 7 a chance to find respite and healing in the comfort of a loving home. Over […]
A Connecticut Yankee Comes to Tulsa
by Sandy Sloan It must have been kismet when David Goldenberg and his wife, Elizabeth-Leigh, decided to purchase a home in midtown Tulsa 10 years ago. At the time, the couple was traveling back and forth from their home in Connecticut to help care for Elizabeth-Leigh’s mother in Muskogee. “We love Tulsa,” Goldenberg comments from […]
Lunch Bunch with Avi Melamed
Join us for the Lunch Bunch program where our goal is to learn a bunch in just one lunch. Our speaker, Avi Melamed, a seasoned Middle East analyst and former Israeli intelligence official, will offer insights into the ongoing complexities of the Middle East. Gain a deeper understanding of the region’s challenges and dynamics in […]
Inside the Middle East | A Pivotal Moment
The current war between Israel and Hamas is a defining moment in the Middle East. As the world grapples with the escalating conflict, understanding the core issues becomes vital. Are we fully aware of what fuels this war? What led us to this critical juncture? What does “the day after” look like? What implications does […]
Campaign Dinner
The evening includes cocktail hour, dinner, dessert, silent auction, and keynote speaker Yossi Klein Halevi discussing “Israel and the Jewish People: Challenges and Opportunities” Yossi Klein Halevi is a distinguished author, journalist, thinker, and commentator on Jewish and Israeli affairs. He is a frequent contributor to the op-ed pages of leading newspapers and magazines and […]