Makayla Overton serves as our Newsletter Editor and Communications Assistant. She is a proud graduate of the esteemed Norfolk State University—an HBCU located in Norfolk, Virginia—where she earned her bachelor’s degree in mass communications with a concentration in journalism. Driven by a deep commitment to community empowerment, Makayla shifted her focus from media to direct service, taking on impactful roles in Norfolk as a community interventionist, a Success Coach for teens, and a family support specialist. Now in Minneapolis, she brings that same passion for uplifting others and creating positive change, aiming to make a meaningful difference through her work and dedication to the community.