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GIA’s Media Hub captures the conversations, insights, and coverage that amplify our mission and share our story. Explore podcasts, blog articles, news features, and media resources that highlight educational innovation and regional transformation.

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Latest Updates and Highlights from GIA

Stay current with GIA’s latest initiatives, major announcements, and articles written by GIA leaders exploring best practices, regional strategies, and educational equity innovations.

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Parkview Legacy Foundation Grant Expands College Corps Career Support in Inland Empire
Growing Inland Achievement (GIA) has received a $125,000 grant from the Parkview Legacy Foundation to expand its regional College Corps program by launching a new initiative called Campus to Career (C2C). The funding will support additional career development opportunities for College Corps Fellows, students who commit to community service in exchange for financial support under…
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10 Years of Collective Action: Reflections from Our Partners
This year, Growing Inland Achievement celebrates 10 years of collaboration, learning, and progress in the Inland Empire. From our earliest convenings to the launch of a bold new strategic plan, every milestone has been made possible through partnership. To mark this anniversary, we asked GIA Board members and key collaborators to share their reflections—on what…
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GIA Launches Refreshed Website and Visual Identity
A new look and a renewed commitment to the Inland Empire. As we mark ten years of cross-sector collaboration, GIA has launched a redesigned website and refreshed visual identity to connect partners, share tools, and support educational and economic opportunity in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. The updated website makes it easier for educators, policymakers,…
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Dr. Ashish Vaidya Highlights Equity and Economic Mobility at CSUSB Summit
On November 13, 2025, more than 200 educators, students, and community leaders gathered at Cal State San Bernardino for the Educational Leadership Summit, themed “Education in the Balance: Advancing Equity and Social Justice in Today’s America.” Among the keynote speakers was Dr. Ashish Vaidya, President and CEO of Growing Inland Achievement (GIA), who delivered a…
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PODCASTS

GIA Voices

Education Insight Overview

Education Insight is an award-winning weekly radio show and podcast that tells the story of education in the Inland Empire through the diverse voices of those in and around the regional education community. The show is produced by Growing Inland Achievement in partnership with 91.9 KVCR FM, KCAA-AM 1050, KQLH-FM 92.5, KFXM-FM 94.1, Coyote Radio – CSUSB, and Paws Radio – CSUSB PDC. Hosted by 30-year broadcast veteran Lacey Kendall, we explore topics ranging from education challenges and shortcomings to innovations and groundbreaking ideas that are driving student success.

GIA Education Report Overview

The GIA Education Report with Alyssa Silva is your go-to source for a quick and comprehensive weekly update on the latest in education. In this 4 minute report, Alyssa delves into pressing national and local stories, offering insightful commentary on the ever-evolving landscape of education. Produced by Growing Inland Achievement, this engaging podcast keeps you informed and connected with the most relevant developments shaping the educational sphere.

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Education Chat Overview

Listening to and acting on student insights is critical to advancing educational equity in the Inland Empire and beyond. In this podcast, GIA Intern Natalie Hinton engages in candid conversations with students throughout the region, cultivating meaningful discussions about lived experiences, successes, and opportunities for growth.

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Achieving the Vision Overview

Achieving the Vision is a video podcast series produced by Growing Inland Achievement that explores bold ideas, strategies, and partnerships driving educational equity and economic mobility in the Inland Empire and beyond.
Originally launched to continue conversations from the Toward a Shared Vision Summit, the series now highlights timely, impactful work happening across the region and nation. Each episode features thought leaders and changemakers who are transforming systems, breaking down barriers, and helping more students and families thrive.

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