Afghan Community In Tulsa

03/20/2026

Dear Friends,
I want to wish everyone a joyous and blessed Eid al-Fitr! May this special time bring peace, happiness, and prosperity to you and your loved ones.
I’m proud to be part of a diverse and connected community here in Tulsa, and today we celebrate this beautiful occasion together. As a glimpse into our joy, I’m sharing some photos from our local Eid festivities. Eid Mubarak to all!

03/15/2026

🌙 Afghan Community in Tulsa just had a beautiful Iftar potluck in the Tulsa Islamic Society! Members brought such amazing dishes, and we were thrilled to have everyone join—whether from the Islamic Society or visiting from afar. One special moment: I met a truck driver from another state who joined us and left with a smile on his face, grateful for the warmth and fellowship. Thank you to everyone who came—this community shines brighter together! ✨

03/08/2026

March 8th,

On this International Women’s Day, March 8, we recognize and celebrate the invaluable contributions of women across the globe, including the women of the Afghan community here in Tulsa. We honor their leadership, perseverance, and dedication to progress in the face of adversity. As a community, we reaffirm our commitment to equality, opportunity, and empowerment for women and girls.

02/17/2026

01/01/2026

Happy New Year 2026!
On behalf of the Afghan Community in Tulsa, we extend our warmest wishes for a peaceful, prosperous, and fulfilling year ahead. As we enter 2026, may we continue to grow in unity, celebrate our shared culture, and support one another with strength and compassion.
We look forward to building a brighter future together.

سال نو ۲۰۲۶ میلادی بر همه مبارک باد، به امید سال صلح و ترقی!

نوی کال ۲۰۲۶ مو ټولو ته مبارک شه! د سولې، یووالي او پرمختګ کال په هیله!

09/14/2025

🌟 This week, the Afghan community in Tulsa proudly participated in Welcoming Week, hosted by the City of Tulsa - a celebration of unity, diversity, and belonging.

Our culture table was a joyful reflection of Afghan heritage, filled with traditional clothing, handmade crafts, flavorful treats, and stories that connect generations. It was a beautiful opportunity to share our traditions with neighbors and build bridges across cultures.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, asked questions, and celebrated with us. Your kindness and curiosity made us feel truly welcome. Together, we’re creating a Tulsa that embraces every voice and every background. 🤝

08/09/2025

We are honored to share that Mayor Monroe Nichols, the Mayor of Tulsa, visited the Afghan Community in Tulsa, showing great support and solidarity with our people. During the meeting, Mayor Nichols expressed deep appreciation for the hard work, resilience, and contributions of Afghan community members to the city of Tulsa. He also reaffirmed that Tulsa is your home, and your rights are equal to those of every resident in this city. Furthermore, he voiced his commitment to supporting education, learning, and the preservation of Afghan culture in our community.

We sincerely thank YWCA Tulsa for graciously hosting and coordinating this important meeting. Your dedication to bringing people together and fostering understanding is truly valued.

We also extend our appreciation to the Tulsa city officials who joined us during this meeting, contributing to meaningful dialogue and showing their commitment to building stronger connections with our community.

This gathering was held with the presence of community representatives and local leaders, creating a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, strengthen relationships, and celebrate the rich culture of Afghanistan.

Together, we are building bridges and making Tulsa a home for all.

06/27/2025

06/11/2025

In 2021, Zarmin Shinwari moved from Afghanistan to Tulsa to build a safer life for his family.

06/03/2025

🇺🇸 Help the Family of Zarmin Shinwari 🇦🇫
Afghan U.S. Special Forces Veteran Killed in Tragic Crash

With deep sadness, we share the heartbreaking loss of Zarmin Shinwari, a former Afghan soldier who bravely served alongside the U.S. Special Forces 02 unit for over 12 years in Jalalabad.

On May 31, 2025, around 2 AM, Zarmin tragically lost his life in a fatal hit-and-run crash while driving for Uber on I-44 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was the sole provider for his beloved wife and their three young children, ages 11, 9, and 6.

After risking his life to support U.S. missions in Afghanistan, Zarmin resettled in 2021 in the United States to give his family a better, safer future. Today, his wife and children face not only overwhelming grief but also deep financial hardship.

We are raising funds to cover Zarmin’s burial costs and to help support his grieving family during this devastating time. His children have lost their father, their protector, and their greatest hero.

👉 Please consider honoring his service and sacrifice by making a donation or sharing this message. Let’s stand by the family of a man who stood by us.

📎 More on the crash:
🔗 News link about the crash https://www.facebook.com/share/p/15fEV61XbG/?mibextid=wwXIfr

💔 Your kindness can help bring hope in their darkest hour.

📌 Donate here:
🔗 https://gofund.me/d28092d1

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