Yes, delegates are to have at least one year of current abstinence and at least two years of service beyond the group level. Additional suggested attributes are listed in the Overeaters Anonymous, Inc. Business Conference Policy Manual, Continuing Effect Motion 1988a.

(Note: The Business Conference Policy Manual and OA Bylaws are found in the Document Library on oa.org.)

Source: OA Inc. Bylaws, Subpart B, Article VIII, Section 3c) 1 and OA, Inc. Business Conference Policy Manual, Continuing Effect Motion 1988a