Welcome to the CLAS Website. What is CLAS?

The primary purpose of this project is to increase the abilities of organizations to incorporate cultural and linguistic competence in policymaking and program administration including human resource planning and employment practices, program outreach, marketing and all aspects of direct service delivery. Read More»

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Apply for COST-FREE Services

In order for your agency to receive cost-free consulting services and continuing education hours for your staff through CLAS, it is necessary to complete four steps. Read About the Steps Here»

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CLAS Assessment

Upon approval of the TA application, agencies that fit the criteria for services under the CLAS
project will be contacted to complete a 20-30 minute self-assessment.

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Research Clearinghouse

The Community Alliance for CLAS project is effectively integrating research into the delivery of technical assistance and training. We are monitoring the research field to identify new innovations and relevant research findings and invite frequent visits to the Clearinghouse for emerging issues and findings pertaining to cultural competency in California’s prevention, treatment and recovery field. Read More»

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STARS Feature Organization

CLAS would like to recognize organizations that value equity, inclusion and cultural competence as evident in every aspect of their operations ranging from strategic goals, policies, decision-making processes, governance structure, staffing, program planning, service delivery, and community outreach to evaluation. Our goal is to help increase the number of organizations that are leading the pursuit of excellence in the provision of culturally competent services. Read More»

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Welcome to CLAS

CLAS technical assistance and training will enable staff to:

  • Build their skill set so they may more effectively serve the clients found in their diverse local community.
  • Be much more responsive to changing demographics in communities.
  • Improve client enrollment, retention and outcomes.

With CLAS, organizations can:

  • Enhance their reputation in the community by being culturally responsive.
  • Create a more inclusive environment for staff and volunteers.
  • Fulfill the culturally competent requirements for various funding sources.
  • Attract top talent to work in your organization.

Learn more about our expert consultants »

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Services

ONTRACK and our partners are dedicated to providing you and your team with information and training to enhance your agency's capacity to provide culturally and linguistically appropriate services. Learn more»

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Partners

We are proud to work with the following partners: Center for Applied Research Solutions, Center for Cross-Cultural Competence, LGBT- Tristar, and National Asian Pacific American Families Against Substance Abuse. Learn more about our partners»

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STARS

Organizations that complete the assessment and subsequent technical assistance process will design steps to infuse CLAS best practices into their existing operational policies, programs and services. Find out more»

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Tools and Resources

The CA-CLAS project is committed to providing tools and resources to alcohol and other drugs (AOD) organizations to strengthen their capacity to provide culturally and linguistically appropriate services. Read more»