(a)  The President of the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science shall appoint an external advisory committee, composed of nine individuals who are nationally or regionally recognized for their expertise in eliminating health disparities, to oversee and evaluate all institute activities.

(b)  The president shall appoint an internal steering committee, composed of leadership from the institute and members of community-based organizations, public sector agencies, and projects, to supervise the day-to-day activities of the institute.

(c)  The institute shall sponsor and conduct an annual Urban Community Health Forum as a communitywide symposium. The forum shall provide a report on the progress of the institute, offer technical assistance workshops, and provide an overview of local, regional, and national efforts concerning health disparities.

(Added by Stats. 2003, Ch. 200, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2004.)