Impactful Women of the 918: Amber Litwack
Executive Director of Tulsa Girls Art School
Photo by Makenzie Howard Photography
Amber Litwack stepped into the role of Executive Director of Tulsa Girls Art School (TGAS) just a few months ago, but she has been impacting youth for years through her work with Tulsa Foundation for Architecture, the Any Given Child-Tulsa program and ahha Tulsa. In her current role, Litwack says she “has the privilege of shaping a program that gives girls not only artistic skills but also the confidence, mentorship and opportunities they need to thrive.”
Litwack believes that investing in young people is an investment in “the health, vitality and future of our entire community.”
While girls at TGAS learn artistic skills, Litwack says that she particularly enjoys seeing them find their voice. She is “nurturing future leaders, creative thinkers and changemakers who will go on to strengthen Tulsa in countless ways.”
Litwack enjoys collaborating with others by serving on the board of 108 Contemporary and the Tulsa Route 66 Commission. “I’m also involved with the Tulsa 5th Street Alley Project, a creative placemaking initiative that’s reimagining underused spaces in our city.”
Litwack feels that Tulsa’s sense of community and welcoming spirit are its greatest strengths. “People here genuinely care about one another and are eager to come together to support local causes, businesses and the arts.” At the same time, she recognizes the barriers and limited resources for some young people.
“By focusing on inclusivity and investing in both people and infrastructure, Tulsa can build on its strengths to become an even more vibrant, equitable and connected city,” she says.
As the owner of a historic home and a vintage business, Litwack enjoys exploring new spots in Tulsa when she’s not working like Ava June, Maple Ridge Grocer and Tina’s, along with a craft beer from local breweries.
Litwack also admits that she’s “obsessed with thrifting.” As a vintage – and sustainable — shopper, her go-to store is Love Me Two Times. She’s excited about the opening of The Hive Antique Mall at 26th and Harvard this month.
