ACA Conferences
Next Conference: Quarterly Delegate Meeting (QDM) – 4th Quarter – November 4th
Important Dates
22 Aug. 2023 Launch QDM Aug. 5 Survey |
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2 Sept. 2023 Close QDM Aug. 5 Survey | Nov 4th- 4th Quarter QDM |
3 Oct. 2023 Publish full QDM Aug. 5 Survey |
Information about Past Conferences
- Agendas
- Minutes
- Voting Results, Etc.
The ABC Delegate Binder from May 2023
The binder consisting of all information about the May 2023 ABC in one place (Agenda, Committee Reports, Etc.) can be found here.
Voting Training Video
Watch a video from a past ABC that reviews how to use our voting tool Election Buddy here
Useful Resources
Ballot Items
- What are the 2023 Ballot Items
- Town Hall Ballot Discussion Audios
- How does my group vote on them?
- What are Ballot Items and how do they work?
Related ACA Foundational Documents
FAQ
How is the Annual Business Conference (ABC) different than the Quarterly Delegate Meetings (QDM)?
The Annual Business Conference (ABC) has existed for many years and typically occurs over two days in late April or early May. Typically, the annual meeting has included an opportunity to vote on fellowship ballot proposals and delegate floor proposals, hear reports and motions from ACA WSO, and ratify ACA WSO board trustees. In May 2022, delegates voted to approve three additional quarterly meetings, which usually last four hours. These meetings enable delegates to complete any business that could be finished at the annual meeting, and to discuss matters of policy and finance.
How Do I Know If I Am Ready to be a Delegate?
There are no formal rules for when a delegate is “ready,” but one essential is that you must be trusted by a registered group, intergroup, or region to perform this role. If you are unsure, you can ask for guidance from those who select you. Disagreements and strong feelings can be expressed during conference meetings, so it is helpful to have enough emotional sobriety to set healthy boundaries and cope with differing views. You also can prepare for a Conference session by reviewing resources at the ACA Conference page, and by attending training sessions that are held before the Conference meets.
Why is there a conference?
The ACA World Service Organization assists members and groups around the world. It is important that WSO be responsive to fellowship needs and manage resources prudently. At ACA conference sessions, delegates discuss WSO service priorities and set direction on large matters of policy and finance. Delegates are chosen by registered ACA groups, intergroups, and regions, and the conference is commonly understood to serve as the voice of the fellowship
What Is WSO?
The ACA World Service Organization provides services that assist ACA groups and individuals in achieving recovery. ACA WSO publishes literature, maintains an online meeting directory, and assists groups, intergroups, and regions in providing service to ACA members. ACA WSO is a nonprofit organization administered by a board of trustees.
“Our conference is stronger with the growing number of diverse voices.”
-Fellow Traveler