Dr. Onika L. Shirley is a passionate advocate for children and women, combining over 18 years of experience in the manufacturing sector with her dedication to fostering, education .Dr. Onika L. Shirley is a passionate advocate for children and women, combining over 18 years of experience in the manufacturing sector with her dedication to fostering, education, and humanitarian work. As a therapeutic foster parent since 2008, she has provided a loving home to vulnerable children and founded the "Action Speaks Volumes" initiative, emphasizing the importance of advocacy and community engagement in driving social change.
A prolific author and motivational speaker, Dr. Shirley shares her insights through her books and captivating storytelling, inspiring individuals to become catalysts for change. Her mentorship programs empower women from diverse backgrounds, focusing on practical skills and self-advocacy.

Dr. Shirley has also established children's homes and managed orphanages in Pakistan and India, providing essential resources for underprivileged children. Recognized as a leading voice in children's and women's rights, she participates in numerous panel discussions and workshops to inspire collaboration and action in education and social justice.

With her unwavering commitment to fostering hope and resilience, Dr. Onika L. Shirley continues to ignite change, reminding us that our actions, no matter how small, can create a profound impact in the world.

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Dr. Onika L. Shirley is a passionate advocate for children and women, combining over 18 years of experience in the manufacturing sector with her dedication to fostering, education, and humanitarian work. As a therapeutic foster parent since 2008, she has provided a loving home to vulnerable children and founded the "Action Speaks Volumes" initiative, emphasizing the importance of advocacy and community engagement in driving social change.
A prolific author and motivational speaker, Dr. Shirley shares her insights through her books and captivating storytelling, inspiring individuals to become catalysts for change. Her mentorship programs empower women from diverse backgrounds, focusing on practical skills and self-advocacy.

Dr. Shirley has also established children's homes and managed orphanages in Pakistan and India, providing essential resources for underprivileged children. Recognized as a leading voice in children's and women's rights, she participates in numerous panel discussions and workshops to inspire collaboration and action in education and social justice.

With her unwavering commitment to fostering hope and resilience, Dr. Onika L. Shirley continues to ignite change, reminding us that our actions, no matter how small, can create a profound impact in the world.

humanitarian work. As a therapeutic foster parent siRev. Jarvis Bob Bestman Sr.

Rev. Jarvis Bob Bestman Sr. is a distinguished leader, human rights advocate, child protection specialist, and ordained minister with decades of service in organizational management, pastoral leadership, and community development. He holds MA advanced degrees in ministry and BTH in theology, alongside certifications in human rights, conflict resolution, and professional service delivery.

Blending faith-based leadership with humanitarian advocacy, Rev. Bestman has devoted his life to advancing justice, equality, and the protection of vulnerable communities. His expertise includes human rights monitoring, child protection programs, advocacy campaigns, and grassroots empowerment, making him a trusted voice for dignity and social justice.

Throughout his career, he has served in key leadership roles, including Regional Director United State Institute for Diplomacy & Human Rights (USIDHR) , including Executive Director of the Children Assistance Rescue Mission, Program Officer for the Consolidated Human Rights Advocacy Movement (CHARM), and Founder of Community Engagement Global Mission and Life Empowerment Network USA. He has actively engaged communities both on the ground and online, amplifying awareness of critical human rights and development issues.

As a minister, Rev. Bestman has offered spiritual guidance and church leadership locally and internationally. He has served as Resident Pastor of Rock International Church Liberia, and since 2007, as the Founder and Overseer of Faith Evangelistic Full-Gospel Praise Ministries. His pastoral work has been marked by compassion, integrity, and a commitment to empowering believers to live out their faith in action.

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With a heart for service and a vision for transformation, Rev. Bestman continues to inspire both faith and secular communities. Whether through preaching, advocacy, or mentorship, he embodies compassion, accountability, and unwavering faith in God’s purpose—serving as a beacon of hope and leadership for future generations.