Peer Learning Collaborative
Join our Peer Learning Collaborative Group for a dynamic and interactive educational experience. Collaborate with like-minded individuals, share knowledge, and engage in active discussions on topics of mutual interest. Enhance your learning through peer-led activities, diverse perspectives, and a supportive community. Together, we'll foster a rich and collaborative learning environment that empowers all participants to grow, develop, and achieve their goals.
What
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Short courses on subjects of substance available Winter, Spring, and Fall
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Developed and facilitated by peers
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Any substantive topic is open for "discussion"
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Refreshments served
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When
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See below for upcoming programs
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Topics, dates, and times available below
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Courses will be 3-5 weeks, 60-75 minutes each session
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Talks are followed by refreshments
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How
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Open to all. La Jolla Community Center Members: FREE, Non-Members: $20 per series (whether you attend one session or all)
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Sign up below
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Everyone is invited to propose topics to facilitate
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2026 SCHEDULE​​
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April: The Past, Present, and Future of Balboa Park
Curated by Forever Balboa Park, this Peer Learning Collaborative three-week speaker series, invites you to step behind the scenes of Balboa Park like never before. Each session features a different guest speaker, offering unique insights, untold stories, and insider perspectives that reveal the Park beyond what visitors typically see.
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Thursday, April 9: The Foundation & History of Balboa Park.
Join historian Nancy Carol Carter for a back-in-time look at the early days that shaped the foundation of San Diego's crown jewel. Learn about the rich history, key figures, and crucial moments that shaped Balboa Park into what it is today.
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Thursday, April 16: Balboa Park Today.
Jackie Higgins, Vice President of Planning at Forever Balboa Park, brings us into the present day, sharing what it really takes to operate, maintain, and care for the Park. From daily operations to community impact, this session offers an insider's look at how Balboa Park serves visitors right now.
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Thursday, April 23: The Vision & What's Ahead.
Looking forward, Katy McDonald - President and CEO of Forever Balboa Park, will reveal what's on the horizon. Explore upcoming plans, exciting possibilities and the long-term vision and action that will shape the Park for future generations.
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​Thursdays, April 9, 16, 23. 3-4 pm.
Free/M, $20/NM for the full series. Registration required (858) 459-0831.
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To reserve your spot as a member, email avani@ljcommunitycenter.org or click here
May: Criminal Justice
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The San Diego County criminal justice system will be the focus of the Peer Learning Collaborative for May in collaboration with the League of Women Voters. Here is a chance to learn how the county is working to address the related problems of homelessness and mental health as well and the
additional mental health challenges our law enforcement officers face every day.
Thursday, May 7:
The San Diego League has done a careful year-long study of the San Diego County jails and will share their findings on Concerns and Conditions in the County Jails.
Thursday, May 14:
Eric Frank, Clinical Director of the San Diego County Mobile Crisis Response Team will explain the work the MCRT is doing for those in crisis without the intervention of law enforcement The aim is for compassionate, recovery-centered interventions.
Thursday, May 21:
Wes Albers will talk about the work of PERT, the County Psychological Emergency Response Team, which teams mental health experts with specific patrol units for calls about individuals who are a threat to themselves or others. Having clinicians working with law enforcement allows on the spot assessment and additional tools for de-escalation
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Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21. 3-4 pm.
Free/M, $20/NM for the full series.
To reserve your spot as a member, email avani@ljcommunitycenter.org or click here
June: Reframing After Midlife
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Gail Braverman works with adults on reframing and reimagining their personal narratives. More details to follow.
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Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18. 3-4 pm.
Free/M, $20/NM for the full series. Registration required (858) 459-0831.
