Malik sees gun violence as a major threat to youth. EAT and Beacon House creates safe spaces where kids can thrive and find positive role models.
WASHINGTON — What happens when fashion meets community? You get Malik Jarrett, our next DMV Hero. As the founder of EAT — an empowering brand with the motto “Elevate All The Time” — Malik has transformed a simple idea into a powerhouse brand, since its inception in 2016.
But his influence goes far beyond style. As a mentor and coach at Beacon House, he uses his platform to uplift, inspire youth, and drive real change in his community.
Jarrett’s journey began in the neighborhoods of Northeast and Southeast D.C., where he found strength in community and a sense of belonging.
“Growing up, I was privileged to always have that village around me,” Jarrett recalls.
However, his privilege wasn’t of the conventional sort. Instead, it was found in those …