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The Conference task a Working Group to ascertain the need, relevance and support for uniting the Two Service Structures of Alcoholics Anonymous into one Structure.
The Working Group is a starting point to investigate the need, relevance and support of the idea of joining the current two service structures, CSO Structure, and General Service Structure as one united Alcoholics Anonymous, Australia Service Structure.
The Working Group would encourage participation of members of both Structures.
In the Spirit of Cooperation, engagement and consultation with CSO Committees, employees and Service members, similarly with all members of the General Service Structure and the greater Fellowship would be a given.
Based on the findings of the Working Group, a Report reflecting a Negative result to be presented to Conference 2025.
Should there be sufficient relevance, need and support, a report should be tabled at Conference 2025 outlining the proposed next steps with the idea of presenting a Topic to Conference 2026.
The outline of that Topic to be distributed to all parties for further discussion and ratification.
WHAT IS THE BACKGROUND OR REASON FOR THE TOPIC?
In our changing environments, Alcoholics Anonymous Australia needs to be enthusiastic in adjusting to current and forecast changes. Our own ‘Anvils of Experience’ point to change and adaptability to meet what is best to carry the message.
A common experience throughout our Service Structures is the ongoing need to fill vacant service positions, the changing support of how contributions are distributed, and the totals being contributed.
The reality is that many members of our Fellowship choose not to be involved in either Service Structure.
Also, the possibility that many AA Meetings will be virtual – how will that reflect on our present Service Structures. Literature is completely ‘Online’
Cooperation between the Service Structures is vibrant and strong in many parts of Australia with the Carrying of Our Message, our Primary Purpose. Feedback suggests that there is a genuine need to engage with this idea.
DO YOU HAVE A SUGGESTED SOLUTION?
This is a starting place – Consider the outcomes from the Working Group and apply those.
HOW WILL THE ALCOHOLIC WHO STILL SUFFERS OR THE FELLOWSHIP OF ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS BENEFIT FROM THIS SUGGESTION?
Carrying the Message more effectively.
Better pooling of resources.
Great ideas through open communication and experience.
Those in service work – seen to be supported.
Seen by Fellowship as an example of unity. Makes sense to those outside AA.
WHAT ARE THE ESTIMATED COSTS OF IMPLEMENTING THIS SUGGESTION?
Time and application at this time
HAVE YOU ASKED YOUR GROUP, DISTRICT OR AREA TO MAKE A DECISION ABOUT THIS TOPIC AND, IF SO, WHAT WAS THE OUTCOME?
I have had general discussions with interested individuals not with my Group, District or Area.
