Shana Gourdine is an American empowerment advocate, inspirational author, poet, motivational speaker, podcast host, and life coach, known for her work in self-love, trauma healing, and domestic violence awareness. Overcoming personal experiences with domestic violence and chronic health conditions, Shana has dedicated her life to inspiring others through workshops, coaching, and her literary works. She is the founder, owner, and editor-in-chief of Unmasking Motivation Magazine and the executive producer of the award-winning film Through Your Eyes: The Mask Behind The Mask. Her acclaimed poetry collections, including The Mask Behind the Mask and Unveiled Pieces of a Broken Mask, along with children’s books and her poetry album I Was Always Rose In Darkness Of Love, explore themes of resilience, healing, and empowerment. A 10x Bestseller and International Best Seller on Amazon, Shana’s achievements include the Purple Ribbon Award of Courage, the 2022 “I AM H.E.R” International Women on the Rise Award, the 2023 YWCA Art and Culture Women Empowerment Award, the 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, an Honorary Doctorate in Christian Humanitarianism, and the 2025 Motivational Life Coach of the Year title. Originally from Cross, South Carolina, and now based in Troy, New York, Shana continues to amplify marginalized voices while balancing her advocacy work with time spent enjoying nature, travel, and her family.