GREETINGS FROM TULSA

JELA 4 Gathering Guide

Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown · October 27 to 30, 2026

Welcome to Tulsa

Welcome back, J2 community. JELA 4 brings us to Tulsa, a place that holds deep Black and Indigenous history, stories of harm and of repair, and a long tradition of community wisdom. Over four days, we will ground ourselves in this place, share our team stories, strengthen how we lead together, and plan the path ahead into Action Period 4.

The Days at a Glance

TuesdayOctober 27

Ground in place, reconnect, and share team stories.

  • Begins at 9:00 am
  • Campfire stories from every team
  • Dinner and reception, 6:30 pm
WednesdayOctober 28

Reflect on Action Period 3 and deepen collective leadership.

  • Begins at 9:00 am
  • Peer groups and skill-building
  • Program ends at 3:30 pm for optional Tulsa learning and exploration
ThursdayOctober 29

Apply, learn with peers, and make meaning together.

  • Begins at 9:00 am
  • 90-Day Sprint learning and planning
  • Consultation and peer support sessions
  • Learning and Discovery Cafe
FridayOctober 30

Integrate learning, plan the path ahead, and close together.

  • Begins at 9:00 am
  • Team time on the path ahead
  • Closing at noon

The Schedule

TuesdayOctober 27
8:00 amRegistration table opens
9:00 amWelcome and Settle
9:30 amHonoring Where We Are
10:40 amSolidarity, Healing, and Reflection
11:10 amConnecting Place to the J2 Journey
11:30 amLooking Ahead
12:00 pmCampfire Stories, Part 1
1:00 pmLunch
2:00 pmCampfire Stories, Part 2
3:45 pmCampfire Stories, Part 3
5:15 pmDay 1 Closing
6:30 pmDinner and reception, off-site
ThursdayOctober 29
9:00 amWelcome Day 3
9:30 am90-Day Sprint: Integrated Learning and Application
10:30 amTeam Time: 90-Day Sprint Planning
11:15 amJ2 Accompaniment and Consultation Sessions
12:30 pmLunch
1:45 pmStrategy and Peer Exchange
3:30 pmLearning and Discovery Cafe
4:30 pmDay 3 Closing
EveningDinner with your team
WednesdayOctober 28
9:00 amWelcome Day 2
9:30 amTeam Time: Reflect on the Stories
10:15 amIndividual Journey Reflection: The Retro
11:15 amLearning to Lead as a Collective
12:30 pmLunch
1:30 pmCapsule Exercise in Peer Groups
3:15 pmDay 2 Closing
3:30 pmOptional Tulsa learning and exploration, or Heal and Paint onsite
EveningDinner with your team
FridayOctober 30
9:00 amWelcome Day 4
9:45 amTeam Time: The Path Ahead
11:30 amNext Steps and Closing
12:00 pmLunch on your own, with gift cards provided
Good to Know

Breakfast7:00 to 8:30 am each day in the hotel common area

Full groupPromenade C and D

BreakoutsPromenade A and B, Executive, and Diplomat

The Pause

If something harmful happens in the room, a pause gives everyone room to breathe.

Anyone can ask for one
1

Ask for a pause

Anyone can ask. Tell a trail guide, healing support provider, or operations lead.

2

Watch for the signal

A hand gently patting the top of the head means a pause has been called.

3

Take a break together

The room takes a 10 to 15 minute break right away, even if one is not on the schedule.

4

Breathe and reach out

Step out, stretch, get water, or talk with healing support. If the space does not feel settled, we move to address it.

Need a personal pause? You can step away anytime. Just let someone know, and feel free to connect with a healing support provider.

Support and Reporting

One form, two paths. Use it anytime, during JELA or after.

Ask for healing supportSomeone to talk with, time and space, or help stepping away from a session.
Tell us something happenedLet the J2 operations leads know about harm in a JUSTICE SQUARED space, so it can be responded to with care.
Open the formVisit the Healing Supports hub
Or type tinyurl.com/J2healinghelp into your browser.
Scan to open the form

Your name is optional. If you share a way to reach you, a J2 operations lead will follow up within 24 hours, and healing support is yours to use however you want.

The Hotel

Hyatt Regency Tulsa Downtown

100 E 2nd St, Tulsa, OK 74103
Check-inAfter 4:00 pm
Check-outBy noon
Airport shuttleFree, on request
Wi-FiFree
Breakfast7:00 to 8:30 am, hotel common area
Meeting rooms
Promenade C and DFull group
Promenade A and BBreakouts
Executive and DiplomatBreakouts
Meeting room map
Lobby level
Promenade C and DFull group
Promenade ABreakout
Promenade BBreakout
DiplomatBreakout
ExecutiveBreakout
Foyer
Lobby
CoffeeTopeca
SpaLotus
Restaurant
Directors Row
Restrooms
Restrooms
Elevators
Front desk
Main roomBreakout roomsFoyerHotel spaces

Explore Tulsa

Friendly suggestions for learning, getting outside, eating well, and resting, to enjoy at your own pace and on your own budget.

Questions

What should I do when I arrive Tuesday morning?

Stop by the registration table outside the main room, starting at 8:00 am. The operations team will greet you and point you to the main room. If you asked for accommodations or interpretation when you registered, they will connect you there.

What should I bring?

Your device, if you like to follow along digitally. Session materials live here on J2 LearnWorlds, and pens, notebooks, and supplies will be on the tables.

What is happening Wednesday afternoon?

The program wraps at 3:30 pm so you can explore Tulsa, rest, or both. You can also join Heal and Paint, an onsite art session. Open the Tulsa guide in the Explore Tulsa section for ideas on learning, getting outside, eating well, and resting.

Will there be interpretation?

Yes. Language interpretation will be available. If you asked for it when you registered, the registration table will get you connected.

How do I ask for support during the week?

Talk with any support team member or healing support provider, or use the Support and Reporting form in the section above. You can also ask for a pause at any time.

Need Help?

On site, look for J2 Ops. We are always happy to help.

Kelley Gray
Kelley Gray
Tenesha Lewis
Tenesha Lewis
Questions

Email j2@weintheworld.org

Medical emergency

Call 911

Healing support

Healing Supports hub or any support team member

We are so glad you are here.

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