Overeaters Anonymous, Inc. does not endorse allowing minors to attend face to face, online, telephone, or non-real-time meetings. Any decision to allow such individuals to attend a meeting is made locally. In this, OA is guided by the spirit of Tradition Four: “Each group is autonomous except in matters affecting other groups or OA as a whole.” It is recommended that a group or service body considering allowing minors to attend meetings, first obtain legal advice. Legal advice should be obtained before allowing such individuals to attend and before creating or instituting any applicable policies. Keep in mind that laws and rules regarding this issue may vary by country and jurisdiction. Other Twelve Step fellowships might be consulted or studied, but Overeaters Anonymous’ service structure is its own.
Note: The definition of a minor is based on the legal requirements within a state, province, and/or country.