Outta the Muck: A Reflection by Makayla Bynes, Intern at Flawless Foundation

I am from Belle Glade, Florida, part of what we call the “Muck,” a tri-city area that includes Belle Glade, Pahokee, and South Bay. Growing up, my life felt pretty normal. I was sheltered and did not fully understand what was happening in the community around me. As I grew older, I began to learn…