Transforming Insight into Impact: Listening, Learning, and Building an Inclusive Tulsa for Children, Youth and Families

Sharing insights, elevating community voices and creating space for collaboration and dialogue around building a more welcoming and inclusive Tulsa.

When: 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 23

Where: Phillips Theological Seminary, Bedford House, 901 N. Mingo Rd., Tulsa OK 74116

This PFLAG Tulsa event will feature a presentation of recent qualitative research examining how public policy impacts 2SLGBTQ+ family systems. A moderated panel discussion with local leaders and community partners will focus on research-informed strategies and ongoing efforts to build a more inclusive Tulsa for children, youth, and families.

Confirmed panelists include:

Dr. Amy McGehee, researcher and community advocate, moderator 

Krystal Reyes, City of Tulsa Deputy Mayor 

Dr. Maritza Cartagena, Tulsa Area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce CEO

Travis Handler, ACLU of Oklahoma Foundation Legal Fellow

Hailey Briggs, Oklahomans for Equality Executive Director 

Xavier Graves, Executive Director of Restorative Justice Institute of Oklahoma


Dinner will be provided to encourage connection and collaboration.

Community partners will have tabling space available before and after the program to share resources and information with attendees.

Event Schedule:

  • 6:00–6:15 PM: Doors open 
  • 6:15–6:50 PM: Research Presentation & Audience Q&A
  • 6:50–7:30 PM: Dinner & Community Connection
  • 7:30–8:00 PM: Panel Discussion
  • Tabling area open until approximately 8:30 PM

Community Partners 

Phillips Theological Seminary