Marita Garrett

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Biography
Born into a family that firmly believed in exercising their civic duty and spirit of volunteerism. Marita Garrett’s drive and commitment to serving underinvested communities is palpable. As an undergraduate, Marita became immersed in the community and public sectors, as an Outreach Coordinator with University of Pittsburgh’s Alzheimer Disease Research Center.

In 2017, Marita launched Civically, Inc, a social enterprise that focuses on community development by promoting civic and social literacy to instill self-reliance. Initiatives include Free Store Wilkinsburg, Fresh Market, Civically Speaking, and Wilkinsburg Community Conversations, as well as initiatives for health literacy and education. Advocating for women in leadership, Ms. Garrett was the co-host of Shattered Glass stories of extraordinary women shattering the glass ceiling are highlighted. She was featured in Pittsburgh Magazine’s Women & Business. Recognized for leadership and diligence in civic and community engagement by numerous organizations and media outlets. She is a sought-after speaker and has delivered keynote addresses at various events. In 2021, she was the keynote speaker at the Chatham University Spring Commencement, where she received an Honorary Doctorate in Public Service.