“Safe on the Road: Hands-On Car Skills”November 8th
Join Peer Leaders in Engineering- Citrus County in Changing Lives
Join us for a hands-on safety workshop where you’ll gain essential skills every driver needs — from safely changing a tire and jumping a battery to checking fluids and using a jack properly. Guided by community mentors, this session builds confidence, safety, and self-reliance behind the wheel. Together, we’re creating safer, stronger communities — one skill at a time.
Who We Are
Our Mission
A Visit to Peer Leaders
Community Driven
We connect people, strengthen the workforce, and build safer communities by teaching life and career skills that open doors to every future.
Together, we’re growing a safer, stronger Citrus County- one skill, one person, one connection at a time.
Community Driven
A Visit to Peer Leaders
Community Driven
Peer Leaders in Engineering is a community learning exchange empowering people to thrive through skill-building and shared knowledge. Community volunteers from all walks of life, experts in a multitude of fields, and people who want to give back to others come together to share knowledge about life lessons, skill acquisition, and to make connections.
A Visit to Peer Leaders
A Visit to Peer Leaders
A Visit to Peer Leaders
Peer Leaders In Engineering Programs
Community Voices Roundtable
Machining Skills: Build What You Need
Community Voices Roundtable
Real stories. Real talk. Lasting impact.
This program brings community members and youth together over lunch for honest, empowering conversations. Guests share their journeys—the highs, lows, and lessons learned—to inspire and uplift the next generation
Volunteer-Led Workshops
Machining Skills: Build What You Need
Community Voices Roundtable
Our passionate volunteers share their skills through hands-on workshops in everything from small engines and self-defense to welding, culinary arts, and factory tours. Check our calendar regularly to see what’s coming up—there’s always something new to learn! and how every role—big or small—helps our community thrive.
Machining Skills: Build What You Need
Machining Skills: Build What You Need
Machining Skills: Build What You Need
Programs showcase the power of machining—the ability to create tools and parts from scratch when they don’t exist. Through hands-on learning, they gain skills in precision, problem-solving, math, and science—all while building confidence and creativity.
Woodworking: From Plans to Pride
Woodworking: From Plans to Pride
Machining Skills: Build What You Need
In our woodworking program, youth learn how to draft plans, read a tape measure, and turn ideas into reality. They’re taught to plan carefully, measure twice, cut once, and build with skill and pride. It’s hands-on learning that builds confidence, patience, and craftsmanship.
Vehicle Safety & Self-Reliance
Woodworking: From Plans to Pride
Vehicle Safety & Self-Reliance
It’s not if something will go wrong with your vehicle—it’s when. We teach youth essential car skills like changing a tire, jumping a battery, and checking fluids, so they’re ready when it counts. It’s all about safety, confidence, and the power of being prepared.
Personal Growth & Life Skills
Woodworking: From Plans to Pride
Vehicle Safety & Self-Reliance
We equip youth with the tools to thrive—both personally and professionally. Through hands-on learning, they develop leadership, communication, respect, responsibility, and a strong work ethic. We also teach practical skills like filling out applications, writing formal correspondence, resolving conflicts, and building community connections. It’s about growing confident, capable individuals ready to take initiative and persevere through challenges.
Thank You To Our Partners
