About

About BeHeard Movement:

BeHeard Movement became an official nonprofit on October 13, 2020. Our mission is to use soul work and social work to benefit the community, businesses, and those experiencing homelessness.
Our goal is simple: to help end homelessness one person at a time, one shower at a time.

Our Mobile Drop-In Center:

At the heart of BeHeard Movement is our Mobile Drop-In Center, a dynamic initiative that offers a range of essential services to unhoused individuals. This includes private showers provided by our mobile shower trailer, access to clean and fresh laundry services through our laundry trailer, a mobile clothing store offering gently used donated clothing for daily needs and job interviews, and haircuts provided by our barbershop bus. Alongside these vital services, we offer comprehensive case management and other forms of support to help our guests regain their footing in life.

Our Inspirational Journey:

In 2019, Evan Dougoud worked at Youth Services of Tulsa, helping youth experiencing homelessness between the ages of 16-24. During this time, he met a group of young people living in tents along the river and built strong connections with them. One of those youth, a 19-year-old named Ashley, was having a rough day. She said, “I wish people would walk in my shoes for once.”

Evan had a small camera, and together, they came up with the idea to record her story to raise awareness about homelessness. When Evan asked what they should call the documentary series, Ashley and the others wrote down,*“BeHeard & BeSeen.” From there, BeHeard Movement was born—to spread awareness about homelessness through storytelling that moves people to take action and help.

Evan continued sharing stories and later met Tim, who told him, “Don’t record me unless we’re doing a cooking show.” That conversation turned into a *homeless cooking show*, where Evan would pick Tim up on weekends, take him to the grocery store to buy ingredients, and film him cooking meals like spaghetti, fajitas, and chana masala back at the camp. It was a unique way to spread awareness and highlight Tim’s talent.

Through surveys, Evan learned that the top needs for many experiencing homelessness were housing, followed by showers and laundry. At the time, there were only eight public showers in the city, all located downtown. For someone experiencing homelessness in East Tulsa, the nearest shower or shelter was a 4–5 hour walk. Many shared that they hadn’t showered in three months.

That’s when Evan thought, “If tacos can be on wheels, so can showers.”

Shortly after, Transformation Church donated funds to purchase BeHeard’s first mobile shower trailer in 2020. On July 31, 2021, BeHeard Movement held its first outreach with the shower trailer. The smiles and gratitude from something as simple as a shower were unforgettable.

During COVID-19, when access to services became even more difficult, BeHeard’s mission expanded organically into a mobile drop-in center, bringing services directly to the people. At each outreach, they partnered with 4-5 organizations offering help with housing, mental health, medical care, SNAP benefits, and more.

In the months that followed, BeHeard received donations to add a laundry trailer, barbershop bus, and clothing trailer to their fleet.

What started with a small camera and a few snack packs has grown into a fleet of mobile resources, making a lasting impact. BeHeard Movement continues to serve with humility, compassion, and a commitment to meeting people where they are.

About Our Outreach

At BeHeard Movement, our approach to outreach is grounded in innovation and a deep commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of those experiencing homelessness. Our journey began when we discovered that individuals in East Tulsa were going without showers for up to three months. With the nearest shelter and shower facility being a 4-5 hour walk away, we knew there was a vital need for accessible services right here in our community.

Why We Do It

Our “why” is simple yet profound: we believe in increasing access to basic needs and resources for everyone in our community, regardless of their circumstances. We understand that a warm shower, clean clothes, a fresh haircut, and compassionate case management can make a world of difference in a person’s life. It’s not just about addressing physical needs; it’s about restoring dignity and hope.

How We Make an Impact

Through our mobile drop-in center, we offer a range of services that include a mobile shower trailer, laundry facilities, a clothing trailer, a barbershop bus, and a dedicated case management team. Each day, we serve between 65-90 individuals in East Tulsa, providing them with essential resources that empower them to take steps toward a better future.

We’ve witnessed incredible transformations, with guests who hadn’t showered in three months now moving into their own homes and returning as volunteers to pay it forward. Our Circle of Care model, which has organically developed through collaboration with community partners, amplifies the impact of our work.

It all begins with a simple shower, but the ripples of positive change that flow from that moment are immeasurable.

Help your unhoused neighbor today!