Community Engagement Initiative

Peer Leading and Learning Exchange

PLLX facilitators build trusting and meaningful partnerships, serving as peer supporters, navigators, and role models. They guide both new and continuing teams through their community engagement journey.

Part of the California Statewide System of Support

It's all about relationships

The Peer Leading and Learning Exchange (PLLX) is all about relationships. At the core of what PLLX facilitators do is building trust and walking alongside LEA teams as coaches and partners. Their role is to support each team in carrying out the work of CEI in a way that feels meaningful, sustainable, and connected to each team's local context.

PLLX facilitators bring real, hands-on experience from their own CEI journey of using community engagement as an improvement strategy. They know what it's like to navigate challenges, celebrate wins, and keep going when the work gets hard.

PLLX facilitators serve as a bridge

PLLX facilitators serve as a bridge, connecting local teams to broader learning and shared wisdom throughout the state. But more than anything, their work starts with relationships and a commitment to walking this journey with LEA teams, every step of the way.

Grounded in CARES

CCourtesy
AAcceptance
RRespect
EEsteem
SShared Space
At the heart of this work are the values of Courtesy, Acceptance, Respect, Esteem, and Shared Space (CARES). These principles should guide how we show up, support one another, and create inclusive spaces throughout all CEI activities.

Read the full CARES principles →

The five ways PLLX works

1. Facilitation Skill DevelopmentLeading productive discussions, guiding collaborative decision-making processes, and navigating difficult conversations.
2. Sharing ExperiencesSharing stories of success and strategies for overcoming barriers.
3. Strategy and Protocol TrainingStrategies and protocols proven successful in engaging community groups and underrepresented populations.
4. Peer Partner ExchangeSupporting newer LEAs monthly, outside of PLLNs.
5. PLLN FacilitationHands-on support during both virtual and in-person CEI events.

See the full descriptions in the Handbook →