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UnMasked
As an advocate people tend to forget there is more to us than meets the eye. We are husbands, wives, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, sisters and brothers. Although advocacy is never ending, at the end of the day, we too go home to our loved ones.
After a decade of working with some of the top influential advocates in the country, we proposed the question,
"What is something in your life people would not really know?"
The goal was to unmask each advocate, as an individual, in a personal light with their family, friends and loved ones; allowing the public to see for the first time the individual behind the mask of an advocate.
These raw and unedited poems, short stories, thoughts and letters of beautifully penned stories of hope, loss, pain, healing, inspiration, love, sorrow, courage and strength illuminate the unexpected twists and turns of life's hurdles that later become known as our blessings.
Now, join us and share the personal stories and discover the extraordinary lives of the men and women who protect and serve our most precious.
'UnMasked' is available in 3 limited edition covers and eBook formats. ALL proceeds go to abused children and homeless organizations!
Featured Writers: Patricia McKnight, Donna Kshir, Lee Roberts, Deana Dixon, Mark Palmer, Patrick Dati, Joshua Murphy, Mike Pistorino, Jane Alvarez, Mashanna Bachuss-Waggoner,Terry Rink, Sharon Young, Warren Van Gaasbeck, Star Myers, Bob Shank, Bailey Scott, Blayze Justice, Isabelle Esling and Pastor Darick Biondi.
After a decade of working with some of the top influential advocates in the country, we proposed the question,
"What is something in your life people would not really know?"
The goal was to unmask each advocate, as an individual, in a personal light with their family, friends and loved ones; allowing the public to see for the first time the individual behind the mask of an advocate.
These raw and unedited poems, short stories, thoughts and letters of beautifully penned stories of hope, loss, pain, healing, inspiration, love, sorrow, courage and strength illuminate the unexpected twists and turns of life's hurdles that later become known as our blessings.
Now, join us and share the personal stories and discover the extraordinary lives of the men and women who protect and serve our most precious.
'UnMasked' is available in 3 limited edition covers and eBook formats. ALL proceeds go to abused children and homeless organizations!
Featured Writers: Patricia McKnight, Donna Kshir, Lee Roberts, Deana Dixon, Mark Palmer, Patrick Dati, Joshua Murphy, Mike Pistorino, Jane Alvarez, Mashanna Bachuss-Waggoner,Terry Rink, Sharon Young, Warren Van Gaasbeck, Star Myers, Bob Shank, Bailey Scott, Blayze Justice, Isabelle Esling and Pastor Darick Biondi.
175 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 3, 2017
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About the author
Donna M. Kshir
58 books12 followersDonna M. Kshir is a child rights activist. Donna has been instrumental in advocating for 1.) Conner's Law - Kentucky strengthening safeguards for children, 2.) Zero Tolerance Law initiative, aiming to end leniency for abusers, 3.) a Public Child Abuse Registry in Pennsylvania with Rep. Aaron Bernstine. 4) On February 24, 2026, Donna submitted a proposal to PA State Rep. Stephanie Borowicz to gain her support for a Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act in Pennsylvania.
In addition to her activism, she is the author of For 30 Minutes and A Story of Survival, a publisher, podcaster, educator, and columnist, having been featured in over 50 publications. Donna’s mission is to seek truth and justice for children who have been exposed to abuse, and she is vocal in her writings and speeches against these injustices.
Donna founded Advocates United for Humanity. She hosts several podcasts with friends Lee Cougardawn Roberts and Laurie Ann Smith. Their shows discuss various social issues like mental health, addiction recovery, disabilities, and women's health.
On September 4, 2024, Donna met with Laurie, Lee, and PA State Rep. Aaron Bernstine to discuss her proposal for the public child abuse registry. Rep. Bernstine expressed his enthusiasm for the idea, stating, "Yep. Absolutely, and I thank you once again for bringing it to our attention and allowing us to do the honor of picking up this mantle... to address these issues that will ultimately have a positive effect on so many kids and parents across this Commonwealth, that is imperative."
Additionally, she honors her late maternal grandmother by using the pen name Gladys Caroline, creating art and photography. For the children in her faith-based classroom, Donna hosts a podcast called The After-School Kids Podcast under the pen name Miss Donna, aiming to inspire and educate young minds.
Donna has landed on Amazon's bestseller list 25x in multiple categories.
Updated 3/6/26
In addition to her activism, she is the author of For 30 Minutes and A Story of Survival, a publisher, podcaster, educator, and columnist, having been featured in over 50 publications. Donna’s mission is to seek truth and justice for children who have been exposed to abuse, and she is vocal in her writings and speeches against these injustices.
Donna founded Advocates United for Humanity. She hosts several podcasts with friends Lee Cougardawn Roberts and Laurie Ann Smith. Their shows discuss various social issues like mental health, addiction recovery, disabilities, and women's health.
On September 4, 2024, Donna met with Laurie, Lee, and PA State Rep. Aaron Bernstine to discuss her proposal for the public child abuse registry. Rep. Bernstine expressed his enthusiasm for the idea, stating, "Yep. Absolutely, and I thank you once again for bringing it to our attention and allowing us to do the honor of picking up this mantle... to address these issues that will ultimately have a positive effect on so many kids and parents across this Commonwealth, that is imperative."
Additionally, she honors her late maternal grandmother by using the pen name Gladys Caroline, creating art and photography. For the children in her faith-based classroom, Donna hosts a podcast called The After-School Kids Podcast under the pen name Miss Donna, aiming to inspire and educate young minds.
Donna has landed on Amazon's bestseller list 25x in multiple categories.
Updated 3/6/26
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February 6, 2017
Each day, thousands of men, women and children suffer in silence, but thankfully there are advocates around the globe working endlessly to make a difference and end the violence.
I have only known a handful of advocates in my lifetime. Each have appeared to be strict, hardcore and straight to the point, but there is so much more to an advocate than meets the eye. They are husbands, wives, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, sisters and brothers. Although advocacy is never ending, at the end of the day, they too go home to their loved ones.
The Founders of Advocates United for Humanity, Donna Kshir and Lee Roberts, have spent a decade working with some of the top influential advocates in the country. Both women speak remarkably well about their fellow advocates; stating the public only gets to see one half of them and each have so much more to offer that's when they proposed the question, "What is something in your life people would not really know?"
The goal was to unmask each advocate, as an individual, in a personal light with their family, friends and loved ones behind closed doors; allowing the public to see for the first time the individual behind the mask of an advocate.
The duo was presented with a collection of raw and unedited poems, short stories, thoughts and letters of beautifully penned stories of hope, loss, pain, healing, inspiration, love, sorrow, courage and strength illuminate the unexpected twists and turns of life's hurdles that later become known as our blessings.
Now, share the personal stories and discover the extraordinary lives of the men and women who protect and serve our most precious; our children. Featured advocates are Patricia McKnight, Deana Dixon, Mark Palmer, Patrick Dati, Joshua Murphy, Mike Pistorino, Jane Lemond Alvarez, Donna Kshir, Lee Roberts and Mashanna Bachuss-Waggoner.
'UnMasked' is scheduled for release on February 14th, and will be available in 3 limited edition covers; featuring advocates and survivors Lee Roberts, Patricia 'Trish' McKnight and Mike Pistorino. ALL proceeds are being donated to abused children and homeless organizations. Paperbacks and eBooks will be available on Amazon, Barnes and Nobles, Lulu, Smashwords and Northern Books Online Bookstore: northernbooks.weebly.com/
Resource: SheWrites
I have only known a handful of advocates in my lifetime. Each have appeared to be strict, hardcore and straight to the point, but there is so much more to an advocate than meets the eye. They are husbands, wives, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, sisters and brothers. Although advocacy is never ending, at the end of the day, they too go home to their loved ones.
The Founders of Advocates United for Humanity, Donna Kshir and Lee Roberts, have spent a decade working with some of the top influential advocates in the country. Both women speak remarkably well about their fellow advocates; stating the public only gets to see one half of them and each have so much more to offer that's when they proposed the question, "What is something in your life people would not really know?"
The goal was to unmask each advocate, as an individual, in a personal light with their family, friends and loved ones behind closed doors; allowing the public to see for the first time the individual behind the mask of an advocate.
The duo was presented with a collection of raw and unedited poems, short stories, thoughts and letters of beautifully penned stories of hope, loss, pain, healing, inspiration, love, sorrow, courage and strength illuminate the unexpected twists and turns of life's hurdles that later become known as our blessings.
Now, share the personal stories and discover the extraordinary lives of the men and women who protect and serve our most precious; our children. Featured advocates are Patricia McKnight, Deana Dixon, Mark Palmer, Patrick Dati, Joshua Murphy, Mike Pistorino, Jane Lemond Alvarez, Donna Kshir, Lee Roberts and Mashanna Bachuss-Waggoner.
'UnMasked' is scheduled for release on February 14th, and will be available in 3 limited edition covers; featuring advocates and survivors Lee Roberts, Patricia 'Trish' McKnight and Mike Pistorino. ALL proceeds are being donated to abused children and homeless organizations. Paperbacks and eBooks will be available on Amazon, Barnes and Nobles, Lulu, Smashwords and Northern Books Online Bookstore: northernbooks.weebly.com/
Resource: SheWrites
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