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Using Technology without Compromising Traditions Introduction These guidelines have been developed primarily for Overeaters Anonymous service bodies that wish to use the internet to inform others about the presence of OA in their area. These guidelines are not meant to be “rules.” They are provided to help OA members develop or maintain an OA-related website. … Continued
These guidelines have been developed through the experience of OA members and the Board of Trustees who have contributed to their creation. They reflect OA Traditions and Concepts of Service as reflected in our OA Conference-approved literature. These guidelines are strong suggestions based on those who have gone before. The guidelines do not replace the … Continued
Pamphlets and Wallet Cards Title Current Published Date Revision Date First Published Date Inventory Number About OA N/A 9/2023 2011 751 A Lifetime of Abstinence: One Day at a Time 2020 6/2024 2020 155 A New Plan of Eating 2021 6/2024 2021 144 Anonymity 1994 4/2024 1983 390 Anorexia and Bulimia Packet 2017 2008 725 … Continued
These guidelines have been developed through the experience of OA members and the Board of Trustees, who have contributed to their creation. They reflect OA Traditions and Concepts of Service as reflected in our OA Conference-approved literature. These guidelines are strong suggestions based on the experience of those who have gone before. The guidelines do … Continued
Statement on Approved Literature (Business Conference Policy Manual, 2010a [Amended 2012, 2023]) “In accordance with our Traditions, we suggest that OA groups maintain unity and honor our Traditions by using, selling, and displaying only approved books and pamphlets at their meetings. This includes OA Conference- and board-approved literature; AA Conference-approved books, booklets, and all future … Continued
As described in the OA Handbook for Members, Groups and Service Bodies, many groups hold meetings to determine how best to conduct meetings, spend funds, organize special events, and deal with issues that affect the group or OA as a whole. These meetings to discuss the business of the group allow members to work together to … Continued
Copyright Procedures and Guidelines for OA-Owned Material (Copyright) All OA literature, including digital media, is protected under US copyright law, and the copyrights are owned by Overeaters Anonymous, Inc. No one, including OA members, groups, or service bodies, can legally reprint or reproduce digital media or excerpts from OA literature or material without written permission … Continued
Copyright Use Quiz Answer Key This key provides answers that reflect an understanding of copyright law and best practices for social media use in each scenario. Scenario 1 Answers: Olivia’s Online Project Scenario 2 Answers: Ben’s Blog Post Scenario 3 Answers: Sarah’s Social Media Page Scenario 4 Answers: Marcos’s Music Video Scenario 5 Answers: Lisa’s … Continued
Tradition Seven: Every OA group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions. Thank you for agreeing to serve as the treasurer for your group/service body. The role of treasurer in Overeaters Anonymous (OA) has the important responsibility of ensuring the financial health and sustainability of the group/service body. As treasurer, you help manage your … Continued
OA Responsibility Pledge Always to extend the hand and heart of OAto all who share my compulsion;for this I am responsible. OA Board-approved.© 2014, 2018, 2022, 2025 Overeaters Anonymous, Inc. All rights reserved. Overeaters Anonymous, Inc. World Service OfficeLocation: 6075 Zenith Court NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144, USAMailing address: PO Box 44727, Rio Rancho, NM … Continued