Business Conference Policy Manual

A Summary of Continuing Effect Motions1962–2025 Introduction It is noted that all motions appearing in this summary were adopted by the group conscience of the World Service Business Conference of Overeaters Anonymous. Furthermore, until changed, these motions set self-imposed limits on the Fellowship. According to the Bylaws of Overeaters Anonymous, Inc., Subpart B, Article VIII, … Continued

Volunteer Information

World Service Business Conference 2026 Thank you for considering volunteering at our annual Conference. It’s a great way to provide service, and you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to meet other members from all around the world. Below is basic information on the World Service Business Conference 2026. Coordination and Expenses Volunteers will be needed beginning … Continued

Deadline Dates

World Service Business Conference April 20–25, 2026 July 2025 Delegate Support Fund letter and application posted on OA website. August 2025 2025 Final Conference Report available on OA website for delegates and service bodies. September 8, 2025 – Monday Conference e-Documents #1 available on OA website for delegates and service bodies, including Conference notification, Trustee … Continued

2025 Wrap-Up Report

World Service Business Conference 2025 “To Carry the Message Is Our Primary Purpose” Dear Delegates, This brief summary contains only voting results, which you may submit to your service bodies. The motions are printed in their final format as amended. The minutes, all speeches, presentation/discussion items, committee reports, workshop reports, names of delegates and trustees, … Continued

2025 Trustee Vacancy Announcement and Call for Applications

Dear Service Bodies, As of May 10, 2025, there is one vacancy on the Board of Trustees. In accordance with the Bylaws of Overeaters Anonymous, the Board of Trustees has chosen to receive applications to appoint a qualified member to serve through World Service Business Conference 2026. To best serve OA as a whole, it … Continued

Unity with Diversity Policy Statements

1992a (Amended 2013, 2021, 2023, 2025) The following policy statement was adopted: “Unity with Diversity” Policy THE FELLOWSHIP of Overeaters Anonymous encourages and promotes acceptance and inclusivity. All are welcome to join OA and are not excluded because of race, creed, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other attribute. We welcome all who … Continued

Staying Abstinent Is the Best Service I Can Do

Twelfth Step Within Format for Information Gathering: “Ideas that Work” Type of Project Abstinence – Service Project Name Staying Abstinent Is the Best Service I Can Do Project Goal Demonstrate abstinence and recovery from compulsive eating Organizing Service Body N/A – individual Resources Needed (budget, volunteers, materials, etc.) Willingness to share the ups and downs … Continued