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Purpose of participating An OA display at a local health fair is an excellent way of doing Twelfth Step outreach work. Funding In addition to funding through your service body, funding may be available through your region, or in cooperation with other local service bodies. The Reduced Cost Literature program can assist groups and service … Continued
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To all regions, service boards, and intergroups of Overeaters Anonymous, As members of the Medical and Mental Health Subcommittee of the Public Information and Professional Outreach Committee, our service is to inform as many medical and mental health providers as possible about Overeaters Anonymous (OA). In order to enlist all OA members in achieving this … Continued
“Individuals have the right of appeal and petition in order to ensure their opinions and personal grievances will be carefully considered.” (Fifth Concept of OA Service) For members having difficulties with others, with groups or service bodies, or wishing to appeal a decision made at any level, the following process can be very helpful to … Continued
When we take on the responsibility of service beyond the group level, there are principles that will enhance the service experience which are connected with both the Traditions and the Concepts. Our service bodies do have conduct each time they meet. Understanding and practicing these spiritual principles make service bodies more effective and benefits all … Continued
The following checklist for OA groups and service bodies is offered in the spirit of Overeaters Anonymous’ Third Tradition and the OA Unity with Diversity Policy statement. This checklist is not meant to be exhaustive, nor can it be. As we continue to grow, so does our understanding of diversity. These questions are only a … Continued
To: OA Service Bodies From: Public Awareness/Professional Tradeshows Committee of the OA Board of Trustees Re: Free licensed images, translation, and graphic design platform for intergroups and service boards registered as nonprofits/charities In the past year, OA service bodies, including the Board of Trustees, have responded to new challenges to manage how stock photography images … Continued
What is the purpose of the First Twelve Days in OA? This program takes place during twelve sessions, which may or may not occur in twelve consecutive days. For instance, you may want to schedule calls on weekdays only. You also may want to look ahead at the sessions, and if you are uncertain about … Continued
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Click for large version Regions are composed of groups, intergroups, and service boards within specified geographic boundaries and the virtual community. OA is divided into ten regions. Region One Pacific Northwest: Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming, Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan, and Yukon. Region Two Pacific Southwest: California, Hawaii, Reno/Tahoe area … Continued