Our Mission

Karen is a well-rounded individual who has worn many hats over the years in the business world. She brings many years of experience with nonprofit organizations as well as in Sales & Marketing for a few small start-up companies and larger companies such as Hewlett-Packard. Because of her life experiences, Karen’s passion for a long time was to empower other people both male and female to take back control of their lives. 

When Tara asked Karen to be a part of her vision she did not hesitate. She realized that there are not enough organizations that offer support to both men and women who are in a toxic situation and are ready to move on from it but don’t know where to start or how to proceed. 

With a background in law enforcement and caregiving, Shaun developed skills in organization, compassion, and creativity. As a scout leader and counselor, she prioritizes community and inclusivity. Through volunteering, Shaun strives to make a positive impact in her community, reflecting her commitment to serve.

After being in an abusive relationship and becoming aware of all the scandals and chaos behind the scenes, Tara has made it her life’s mission to educate others. She has a vision to help those in need get all the resources available and use them to stand up and make a change. Tara began her career in the United States Air Force where she traveled the world for 8 years. She saw a lot happen and wanted to bring all her skills to the table from her military training, schooling, and personal experiences. After completing her bachelor’s degree, After Awareness, Inc. became Tara’s full-time mission. 

After graduating from the University of Scranton in 1980, Andrew worked for the Rockland County, NY Department of Social Services as a child support investigator. His job was to locate absent parents and start the child support legal process. I became a police officer in 1981 and worked for 30 years before retiring. I became very familiar with domestic situations and relationship issues. I have also coached CYO basketball and Little League baseball. Toward the end of my police career, I became a director of the Empire State Credit Union in NY for several years before moving to Florida. Andrew is dedicated to assist the board of After Awareness with helping our clients move forward.

Karen Tosoni is deeply committed to the mission of After Awareness, driven by a personal passion to make a meaningful impact on individuals enduring the traumatic and often overlooked experience of legal abuse. With extensive experience in both sales and business, Karen brings valuable expertise to the board, along with a proven track record in fundraising for various non-profits. Additionally, her extensive background in digital media and animation plays a key role in raising awareness about legal abuse, a cause which she is fiercely dedicated to championing through creative and impactful initiatives.