Thursday, November 13th. 6:00-8:00pm

TGA, the Alliance Française de Tulsa, and Tulsa-area French language teachers invite you to a special evening as we welcome guest teachers from Tulsa’s Sister City, Amiens, France. These educators are visiting as part of the Fall 2025 student exchange program.

Celebrating 20 years of partnership, the Tulsa-Amiens Sister City connection has brought together students, educators, and civic leaders through language, culture, and shared experience. From classroom exchanges and French film nights to mayoral visits and global education events, this relationship continues to thrive. Meet new chair Philippe Bled and discover how this transatlantic friendship is shaping Tulsa’s global future.

TGA’s annual Coffee with the Councilors brought together city leaders, board members, and Sister City representatives to celebrate Tulsa’s global connections. Over a spread of international dishes, attendees shared updates on cultural exchanges, global education, and the economic impact of international relationships.

Over 500 Eisenhower elementary students explored 14 different cultures from across the globe at the 2025 Eisenhower International School Parade and Fair!

Students from Saint-Martin elementary school in our Sister City of Amiens, France visited Tulsa City Hall to meet Mayor Nichols and learn about life in Tulsa.

Tuesday, November 12th. 6:00-8:00pm

Join fellow TGA supporters and Alliance Française de Tulsa as we welcome the French teachers who are in Tulsa for the Fall 2024 student exchange with our Sister City, Amiens, France!

Twenty-eight Amiens students visited Edison High School for a two-week cultural exchange with Tulsa host families.

Tulsa-Amiens Sister City Partnership and Alliance Française de Tulsa celebrated France’s Independence Day with a lively Bastille Day gathering at Hop the Griffin. About 40 guests enjoyed food, conversation, and even a group singing of the French National Anthem, making for a festive night of French culture.

A two-week exchange brought students and teachers from Amiens to Tulsa, where they lived with host families, joined classes at Edison High School, and explored Tulsa’s favorite cultural spots.

Tulsa Deputy Mayor Cassia Carr traveled to Amiens, calling the city stunning and emphasizing the importance of strong global partnerships.

Ambassador Philippe Étienne was welcomed by members of the Tulsa Global Alliance–Amiens Sister City Partnership during a recent visit to the Oklahoma History Museum.