Some partnerships just make sense. They grow naturally because the values align, the energy fits and everyone involved believes in the same purpose. Our partnership with Champion has been one of those connections, and we are delighted to share that it will continue for another two years.

This year reminded us why the partnership works so well. From day one of the Academy, graduates were pulling on their Larita x Champion hoodies, caps and bags with genuine pride. Many wore them throughout the entire program. Others brought them to Careers Day and alumni events. Some shared that they wear their merch to school, to work and in everyday life because it makes them feel part of something bigger.

It became clear that the merchandise was never just clothing. It created belonging. It became a reminder of what each graduate had worked for and the community they are now part of.

“When young people wear something with confidence, it says something about how they feel inside. That is the part of this partnership we value most.” – Samatar Ali, Alumni Program Coordinator

Champion understood that from the beginning. Their support has given our graduates a way to carry the Larita spirit with them, while giving Champion genuine visibility among young people who are stepping into their next chapter with purpose and momentum.

The decision to extend the partnership came from what we saw this year. The response from graduates was strong. The quality and care Champion put into each pack was clear. And the partnership continues to align with what we stand for at Larita Academy: confidence, community and the courage to step forward.

The Class of 2026 will walk away with Larita x Champion merchandise as a symbol of their journey, their growth and the community they belong to.

This extension is more than an agreement. It is the continuation of a partnership that feels right and continues to make a meaningful impact on our graduates.