Founders Corner
Donna Kshir
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Donna M. Kshir is a child rights activist who is passionately working towards establishing a public child abuse registry in Pennsylvania. In addition to her activism, she is an accomplished author, 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.
On September 4, 2024, Donna met with Laurie Ann Smith, Lee Cougardawn Roberts, 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."
Donna has been instrumental in advocating for Conner's Law in Kentucky and co-founded Advocates United for Humanity, a child abuse awareness and prevention nonprofit organization based in Pennsylvania. She hosts several podcasts; her most recent is called The Women Like Me Podcast with Laurie Ann Smith. The two have been best friends and advocates since 2007.
She used her influence in the growth of gaining national support (serving as president) for Michigan nonprofit Dreamcatchers for Abused Children from April 1, 2008 - February 13, 2015. On January 1, 2009, Donna created, produced and hosted Dreamcatchers Talk Radio; Michigan's largest 24-hour child abuse internet radio educational network until she resigned in 2015 to become the face of Your Voice Radio's popular show, Two Nana's at Noon. She also used her influence in the growth of gaining national support for Conner's Law, making child abuse by murder a violent crime in Kentucky. Donna received a Letter of Recommendation from Conner's mother, Mashanna Bachuss, on December 5, 2019. She united with Erin's Law in 2013 and in June 2016 she and her best friend and sister advocate Lee Roberts co-founded Advocates United for Humanity. Donna is a member of the Nonfiction Authors Association, received the NNPAAW Award in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, and a 2016 and 2018, 2019 nominee of the Pinnacle Awards and the 2019 Diamond Quill Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.
On June 8, 2025, Donna announced her upcoming series of True Crime books under the pen name Ava Mae Reece. Through this series she collaborated with Laurie Ann Smith who writes under the pen name Abigail Emmet. Together, they have a media company called Ava Abigail.
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.
Donna has spent much of her life dedicated to giving back to her community. Donna has volunteered her time and talents with numerous non-profit organizations over the years. She has volunteered at her children's schools, local youth groups and other charities giving of her time with God leading her journey as her health allows. She enjoys a quiet laid back lifestyle with her family.
Donna's books are available on Amazon, Lulu and other online bookstores, as well as Donna's online bookstore!! For more on Donna visit her website! (Book proceeds are donated to charity)
On September 4, 2024, Donna met with Laurie Ann Smith, Lee Cougardawn Roberts, 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."
Donna has been instrumental in advocating for Conner's Law in Kentucky and co-founded Advocates United for Humanity, a child abuse awareness and prevention nonprofit organization based in Pennsylvania. She hosts several podcasts; her most recent is called The Women Like Me Podcast with Laurie Ann Smith. The two have been best friends and advocates since 2007.
She used her influence in the growth of gaining national support (serving as president) for Michigan nonprofit Dreamcatchers for Abused Children from April 1, 2008 - February 13, 2015. On January 1, 2009, Donna created, produced and hosted Dreamcatchers Talk Radio; Michigan's largest 24-hour child abuse internet radio educational network until she resigned in 2015 to become the face of Your Voice Radio's popular show, Two Nana's at Noon. She also used her influence in the growth of gaining national support for Conner's Law, making child abuse by murder a violent crime in Kentucky. Donna received a Letter of Recommendation from Conner's mother, Mashanna Bachuss, on December 5, 2019. She united with Erin's Law in 2013 and in June 2016 she and her best friend and sister advocate Lee Roberts co-founded Advocates United for Humanity. Donna is a member of the Nonfiction Authors Association, received the NNPAAW Award in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, and a 2016 and 2018, 2019 nominee of the Pinnacle Awards and the 2019 Diamond Quill Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.
On June 8, 2025, Donna announced her upcoming series of True Crime books under the pen name Ava Mae Reece. Through this series she collaborated with Laurie Ann Smith who writes under the pen name Abigail Emmet. Together, they have a media company called Ava Abigail.
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.
Donna has spent much of her life dedicated to giving back to her community. Donna has volunteered her time and talents with numerous non-profit organizations over the years. She has volunteered at her children's schools, local youth groups and other charities giving of her time with God leading her journey as her health allows. She enjoys a quiet laid back lifestyle with her family.
Donna's books are available on Amazon, Lulu and other online bookstores, as well as Donna's online bookstore!! For more on Donna visit her website! (Book proceeds are donated to charity)
NOTE: *Donna volunteered/served as President and Chief Development Officer at Dreamcatchers for Abused Children from April 1, 2008 until she resigned on February 13, 2015. She also the creator of Dreamcatchers Talk Radio; Michigan's largest 24 hour child abuse internet radio educational network.
Lee Roberts
Lee 'Cougardawn' Roberts: Lee is s an advocate, activist, acting extra and survivor. Lee has spent much of her life dedicated to giving back to her community over the years. She has volunteered her time and talents with various non-profit organizations over her lifetime and gives of herself as she is able with God/Great Spirit guiding her journey.. Lee is an advocate of animals, children, Deaf Community, Missing/Unidentified persons and other causes that touch her heart and soul. She supports other survivors of abuse and bullying. Lee advocates for and speaks out in support of laws that will protect and aid those who are unable to speak for themselves.
On December 23, 2020 Lee and Donna created and took to the air on a new radio format, AU4H RADIO ‘Real Talk’ airing ‘LIVE’ on YouTube and podcast formats.
On July 22, 2021 Lee and her best friend and sister advocate Donna Kshir introduced a petition to make the Child Abuse Central Registry public. Their goal is to have a State Representative sponsor the amendment and present it to the House and Senate. Roberts and Kshir first introduced this amendment in 2015 following the passing of Conner's Law.
Lee was nominated for the Eagle Rare Life Award for her dedication and tireless advocacy work, received the NNPAAW Award in 2012, 2013, 2014 and is a 2016 & 2018 nominee of the Pinnacle Achievement Awards for independent authors.
Lee is also a member of the Nonfiction Authors Association, Author's Den and She Writes, the world's largest online community for women writers. For more on Lee visit her website.
On December 23, 2020 Lee and Donna created and took to the air on a new radio format, AU4H RADIO ‘Real Talk’ airing ‘LIVE’ on YouTube and podcast formats.
On July 22, 2021 Lee and her best friend and sister advocate Donna Kshir introduced a petition to make the Child Abuse Central Registry public. Their goal is to have a State Representative sponsor the amendment and present it to the House and Senate. Roberts and Kshir first introduced this amendment in 2015 following the passing of Conner's Law.
Lee was nominated for the Eagle Rare Life Award for her dedication and tireless advocacy work, received the NNPAAW Award in 2012, 2013, 2014 and is a 2016 & 2018 nominee of the Pinnacle Achievement Awards for independent authors.
Lee is also a member of the Nonfiction Authors Association, Author's Den and She Writes, the world's largest online community for women writers. For more on Lee visit her website.
