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Upon returning from the 76th General Service Conference, I’d like to share a few highlights from the week’s discussions and actions.
One of the most significant outcomes was the approval of the Fifth Edition of Alcoholics Anonymous. This represents an important milestone for our Fellowship, reflecting both our history and the evolving experience of our membership.
During the Conference, the body also considered a motion to revise a single word in the first 164 pages of the Big Book. This motion was approved. A similar change was also approved for Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions. I look forward to sharing more details and context about these changes during upcoming post- conference reports.
In additional Conference action, the body voted to sunset the Equitable Distribution of Workload (EDW) process. This change will take effect beginning with the 2028 General Service Conference cycle, as the Fellowship continues to explore more effective ways to distribute agenda items among Conference committees.
Looking ahead, the theme for the 77th General Service Conference will be “Honoring the Past, Embracing Our Future.” This theme reflects our continued commitment to balancing A.A.’s rich history with the needs of today’s and tomorrow’s members.
The Conference passed advisory actions to create animated videos of the pamphlets The Twelve Steps Illustrated and The Twelve Traditions Illustrated. These efforts are intended to provide engaging, accessible ways to carry the message, particularly for those who benefit from visual formats.
From the Report and Charter Committee, a recommendation was made to add text to the AA Service Manual addressing frequently asked questions related to what happens if a group chooses not to hear a report from their GSR.
As a matter concerning the Fellowship, yet outside the scope of Conference action, it was reported that the General Service Board, in conjunction with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, has entered into an agreement with EverythingAA to execute a purchase of its subscriber base and framework.
Additional details are expected to be shared by the General Service Board and the AAWS Chair in the future.
The Conference itself was a wonderful experience. Many shared that, even with our diverse perspectives, we are able to come together in unity, always with an eye toward the impact of our decisions on the Fellowship as a whole.
I am grateful for the opportunity to serve our Fellowship on your behalf. Thank you for your trust and continued participation in the Conference process.
In service and fellowship,
Lori P
Delegate, Panel 75
Area 14, North Florida
delegate@aanorthflorida.org
Notices
ATTENTION!!
Final Conference Reports Have Arrived
The Final Conference Report books from the 75th General Service Conference have arrived at your Delegate's home today!
Since our next Area Assembly isn't until January, I'd be happy to make arrangements to drop off a box to DCMs or Intergroup offices in the meantime. Please feel free to contact me directly to coordinate a delivery.
In the meantime, a digital version of the Final Conference Report is available now on aa.org.
Documents
76th GSC Agenda Item Videos
Group Survey Response Form
76th GSC Final Agenda List