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options for each instrument item suggesting how various strategies and practices could beconsidered CLAS. The items themselves provide examples and ideas on which to buildand improve service provision and quality of care.1.5 COLLABORATIVE PROCESS WITH TWO ADVISORY GROUPSThis project was guided by two distinct advisory groups. The project team and OMHconvened an advisory group meeting with the members of the Project Expert Panel (PEP)and the Federal Project Advisory Group (PAG) to inform the development of the tool. ThePEP was comprised of nine representatives who have expertise in at least one of thefollowing areas: service provision in LPHAs, cultural competency, health care quality, andsurvey research and evaluation. Members of the PAG included four representatives fromDHHS divisions with responsibility for government policies and programs related to healthcare services, and more specifically, services for diverse populations. While PEP membersrepresented varied expertise and “real-world” experience, PAG members represented a fullrange of governmental interests. Together the advisory bodies guided the development ofthe CLAS self-assessment tool. Appendix A contains a membership list for both of theseadvisory bodies.COSMOS Corporation, December 2003 1-7