Motion 1: I would like to Motion to approve the formation of the Asia-Pacific & Africa region of Cocaine Anonymous.
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 2: To ratify C.A. Online GB Area
Seconded
See motion 3
Removed from the table following Motion 75
Motion fails
Motion 3: Motion to table
Seconded
Motion passed with minor opposition
Motion 4: Motion to rescind the motion to table the petition to ratify the C.A. Online GB Area
Seconded
Motion Failed
Motion 5: motion to combine Massachusetts. area of C.A. would like to be combined with New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island and Vermont to create New England Area of Cocaine Anonymous
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 6: I would like to motion to make C.A. New Jersey district to become an area. Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 7: To make a motion to recognise Cocaine Anonymous Norway as an area. Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 8: I would like to make a motion to ratify Cocaine Anonymous Online Recovery Area Seconded
Motion fails
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Motion 9: Motion to reinstate Anita L as Southwest region trustee.
Seconded
Motion failed – did not meet standard
Motion 10: Motion to extend session up to but not exceeding 23:00
Seconded
Motion passes 2/3rd majority
Return to motion 9
Motion 11: Call the question
Seconded
Motion clearly Passes
Motion 12: I move that we initiate a reorganisation of the World Service Board of Trustee’s pursuant to section 4 of the conference charter pg 72 of World Service Manual, specifically for the purpose of removing TAL, PNRT and MWRT from their respective positions of the board.
Seconded
See motions 15 / 16 / 17
Motion 13: of objection
Does not need to be seconded
Motion fails
Return to motion 12
Motion 14: divide the question
Seconded
Motion passes
Motion 12 has now split into 3 and can be found as motions 15 / 16 / 17
Motion 15: I move that we initiate a reorganisation of the World Service Board of Trustee’s pursuant to section 4 of the conference charter pg 72 of World Service Manual, specifically for the purpose of removing TAL from their respective positions of the board.
Seconded
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Motion Fails
Motion 16: I move that we initiate a reorganisation of the World Service Board of Trustee’s pursuant to section 4 of the conference charter pg 72 of World Service Manual, specifically for the purpose of removing PNRT from their respective positions of the board.
Seconded
Motion tabled
Return to motion 17
Motion returned to Table (Motion 41)
Motion 16 fails.
Motion 17: I move that we initiate a reorganisation of the World Service Board of Trustee’s pursuant to section 4 of the conference charter pg 72 of World Service Manual, specifically for the purpose of removing MWRT from their respective positions of the board.
Seconded
Motion tabled
Motion returned to Table (Motion 41)
Motion withdrawn (Motion 43)
Motion 18: Motion to extend the session through to the end of the Motion to remove the TAL Seconded
Motion fails
Motion 19: Motion to adjourn this evening
Seconded
Motion Passed
Motion 20: Motion to postpone indefinitely
Seconded
Motion Fails
Return to motion 15
Motion 21: Call the question
Seconded
Motion passed
Return to Motion 15
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Motion 22: Motion to suspend the rules for the purposes of considering the bid for the 2030 WS Convention
Seconded
Motion passes
Return to motion 16
Motion 23: Move to lay this motion on the table temporally (motion 16)
Seconded
Motion carries with minor opposition
Return to motion 17
Motion 24: Move to lay this motion on the table temporally (motion 17)
Seconded
Motion carries with minor opposition
Motion 25: Motion to approve the TEC Slate
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 26: Motion to add an expense line item to the CAWS budget in the amount of $25,000 for special projects and development.
Seconded
Motion passes with significant unanimity
Motion 27: Motion To add the following language to page 20 of the World Service Manual:
Secretary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Have a working knowledge of the 12 Traditions.
- Follow the format in accordance with the group conscience.
- See that the responsibilities of the other Group servants are met.
- Keep an accurate, up-to-date record of changes of the group conscience and/or motion log.
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
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Motion 28: Motion To add the following language to page 56 of the World Service Manual:
The World Service Trustee is the primary signatory of all
contracts negotiated by the Trustee Negotiation
Committee.
When the Trustees receive complaints relevant correspondence to the Fellowship they are to publish the correspondence in the WSBT meeting minutes while preserving the anonymity By redacting names and private personal information of any members and respond within 30 days. If the member does not wish the correspondence to be published they may make that stipulation, that only a summary of the complaint be published.
Seconded
Motion carries with no opposition
Motion 29: Motion to appeal the chair decision
Seconded
Decision was overruled
Return to Motion 28
Motion 30: Call the Question
Seconded
Motion Passes
Return to motion 28
Motion 31: Motion to change the language on page 66:
WSO Board of Directors Interview Process
All Directors, except for Paid Directors, will be interviewed first by the World Service Office Board (WSOB); and viable preferred candidates will be used to create a slate of candidates. This slate, along with the WSOB’s recommendation, shall be forwarded to the World Service Board of Trustees (WSBT). The WSBT will then conduct additional candidate interviews, at the WSBT’s discretion, and make the final selection. It is suggested that the WSBT take the WSOB’s recommendation into serious
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consideration; however, the final election will be at the discretion of the WSBT.
Seconded
Motion Passes with significant unanimity
Motion 32: Motion to approve ‘Unity Brand’ Logo
This would be added to all Conference approved Committee resources (flyers, documents, workshop formats etc) making them easily and immediately identifiable as CAWSC Unity activity
Seconded
Motion referred back to committee (See motion 33)
Motion 33: Motion to refer back to committee
Seconded
Motion passes with noted opposition
Motion 34: Motion to approve new language on page 4 CAWSC Unity Committee Guidelines
CAWSC Unity Committee – Statement of Purpose
The Unity Committee of Cocaine Anonymous exists to strengthen and support the bond of unity among members, groups, and service bodies of C.A. Guided by the Twelve Traditions, and other C.A. approved literature and guidelines, we aim to foster a spirit of fellowship, inclusivity, and cooperation within our fellowship.
Our primary purpose is to help the addict who still su ers, and we recognise that unity is essential to achieving this. The Unity Committee works to:
- Encourage participation in service at all levels of C.A.
- Promote understanding and respect between individuals, groups, and in our service structure.
- Organise and support events and initiatives that bring the fellowship together in the spirit of recovery and unity.
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- Provide information and resources that help C.A. members work together in harmony.
- Uphold the principle that personal recovery depends upon C.A. unity.
We serve as a bridge—not a barrier—between people, groups, districts, and areas, striving to build connections based on mutual respect, love, and the shared purpose of carrying the message of recovery to the addict who still suffers
The Unity Link
Cocaine Anonymous is a diverse group. Our membership reaches all socio-economic classes from Park Place to park benches.
The purpose of the Unity Committee is to enhance communication and outreach among diverse elements within the fellowship of Cocaine Anonymous in the interest of carrying the message to the addict who still su ers and promoting C.A. Unity.
The group is guided by the 12 traditions. This committee was organized under the First and Third Traditions of Cocaine Anonymous. Our First Tradition tells us that, as a group, “Our common welfare should come first; personal recovery depends upon C.A. Unity and our Third Tradition tells us that “The only requirement for C.A. membership is a desire to stop using cocaine and all other mind-altering substances. Diversity is not a source of weakness in our fellowship, but a source of strength.
We are all inclusive.
If you are interested in more information regarding Unity in your area, contact the Cocaine Anonymous World Service Conference Unity Committee at unity@ca.org
For more information on World Service Convention guidelines see page 15 and suggestions for Unity Events see page 11
Seconded
Motion passes with significant unanimity
Motion 35: Motion to adopt new Resource Approval Process
Any workshops or publications created by CAWSC Unity Committee would be taken through this process prior to submitting to conference as an SR14
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CAWSC Unity Committee
Resource Approval Process: DRAFT June 2026
Statement of Purpose:
The CAWSC Unity Committee Resource Approval Process covers resources from development phase through to approval by the World Service Conference
The term ‘resource’ applies to any suggested Unity workshop, presentation and / or activity that is to be made available for fellowship use.
The spiritual intent of this process is that it be followed in principle and as timely and expeditiously as possible to fulfil our Primary Purpose; carrying the C.A. message to the addict who still su ers
Point 1. Resource Development Sub Committee creates workshop / presentation or activity.
Point 2. Resource Development Sub Committee brings draft resource to CAWSC Unity Committee and receives feedback from members – resource is edited / amended where necessary.
Point 3. CAWSC Unity Committee members trial proposed resource (in person and
online) with pilot group who will feedback suggestions for edits / amendments. Lead and 2nd Trustee are invited to participate.
Point 4. Resource Development Subcommittee make final amendments based on feedback and refers back to CAWSC Unity Committee for final approval
Point 5. CAWSC Unity Committee send final resource draft to WSBT, via lead trustee with a clear deadline for ratification / feedback
Point 5a. CAWSC Unity Committee consider Trustee feedback: refer back to Resource Development Subcommittee where necessary
Point 6. Resource is prepared and submitted for SR14, seeking fellowship approval at WSC
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Point 7. Approved Resource is submitted to WSO for addition to Unity section at ca.org/service/world-service-conference/unity-committee/
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 36: Motion to insert new language to Page 17 in CAWSC Unity Committee Guidelines
Celebrate Around the World
Statement of Purpose: The purpose of Celebrate Around the World (CATW) is to promote enthusiasm and unity within the fellowship of Cocaine Anonymous and financially support the fellowship’s e ort to send World Service Delegates to the World Service Conference.
Guideline and Procedures:
To compile art design for next year’s CATW event and memorabilia. Submitted artwork cannot be signed by the artist.Obtain signed release form for the design from the artist, which becomes property of Cocaine Anonymous World Services, Inc.Art design must be brought to Unity Committee for approval; (Artwork must be submitted in JPEG and/or JPG format.) The Unity Committee will view all artwork and select one a piece to present to the World Service Conference for final approval.Art design will reflect the theme of the upcoming World Service ConventionAny necessary changes of approved artwork (color or design) will be approved by a steering committee that consists of the CATW Chair and Unity Committee o icers.It is suggested that all net proceeds be used by the Areas/Districts to send delegates to the World Service Conference.It is suggested that each Area’s/District’s event be held on the first Saturday in March to promote C.A. unity.
What is “Celebrate Around the World”?
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“Celebrate Around the World” (CATW) is a recurring worldwide event of the fellowship of Cocaine Anonymous, held annually.
It originally began in 1989 as “Dance Around the World,” was o icially renamed “Celebrate Around the World” in 1995 and has since become a fixed date in the C.A. annual calendar.
It is typically celebrated on the first Saturday in March, with local events taking place in many di erent C.A. Areas around the world.
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Why is “Celebrate Around the World” celebrated?
1. Strengthening unity and enthusiasm in the fellowship
The primary purpose is to strengthen unity and motivation within the C.A. fellowship worldwide. It provides an opportunity for members to feel connected, celebrate together, and reinforce awareness of our shared recovery.
2. Supporting World Services and recovery work
The event also serves as a fundraising e ort to support the work of C.A. on a global level—particularly the costs associated with delegates attending the World Service Conference and other worldwide services. In this sense, CATW is not only a social event but also a deliberate mechanism for providing practical resources for service to the fellowship as a whole.
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Why is this important for C.A.?
A. Unity across borders
C.A. is an international fellowship with many countries, languages, and cultures. Without a direct central structure, promoting unity and cooperation is essential— CATW serves as a shared point of connection. Because it has no centralised governing structure, fostering unity and co-operation is essential. CATW provides a shared point of connection across fellowship.
B. Visibility and awareness
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A common event with a clearly defined date helps make C.A. more visible—both within the fellowship and potentially to the outside world, while still respecting the Traditions.
C. Financial support
Through local events, the fellowship helps ensure that important services (for example World Service Conference Delegates travelling to the Conference) can take place.
This structure distributes responsibility across the fellowship rather than placing the burden on individual Areas and strengthens collective responsibility.
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Development & History (Brief Overview)
- 1989–1994: Originally created as Dance Around the World.
- 1995: O icial decision to rename the event Celebrate Around the World
- 1999: Clarification that proceeds should primarily support delegates attending the World Service Conference.
- 2004: Structural change—responsibility for the event was assigned to the Unity Committee to further strengthen fellowship unity.
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Practical notes for presenting this in an Area
If you present this to your Area:
- Emphasise that Celebrate Around the World is not only a celebration event, but an international expression of unity and shared responsibility.
- You can highlight that local events take place worldwide during the same weekend, creating a sense of global connection.
- If your Area organises a local event, it is appropriate and consistent with fellowship purpose to use proceeds in ways that support the fellowship’s service structure (for example, supporting World Service Delegate travel expenses).
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Sources (Websites / Documents)
Direct documentation sources include:
- Celebrate Around the World timeline and purpose description – Cocaine Anonymous Virtual Museum (historical documentation).
- Unity Committee Statement of Purpose – official World Services website (ca.org), describing unity and fundraising purpose.
- Examples of local CATW events and shirts – archival photos and descriptions showing how di erent Areas participate.
Celebrate Around the World Statement of Purpose: The purpose of Celebrate Around the World (CATW) is to promote enthusiasm and unity within the fellowship of Cocaine Anonymous and financially support the fellowship’s effort to send World Service Conference Delegates to the World Service Conference.
Seconded
Motion passed unanimously
Motion 37: Motion to insert new language to page 12 Unity Guidelines (see attachment 07 in box)
Seconded
passes with substantial opposition
Motion 38: Motion to amend
Seconded
Motion passes with minimum opposition
Return to motion 37
Motion 39: Motion to approve the CATW 2027 Logo: Beyond Human Aid (see Attachment 8: Celebrate Around The World 2027 Logo in BOX)
Seconded
Motion Passes unanimously
Motion 40: Motion to Adjourn
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Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 41: Motion to bring back motion 16/17 back from the table
Seconded
Motion passes with noted opposition
Motion 42: Call the Question
Seconded
Chairs decision Out of Order
Return to Motion 16
Motion 43: I would like to withdraw Motion 17.
Seconded
Motion Passes (Motion 17 Withdrawn)
Motion 44: Motion to approve the A.I. Educational Guidance document to be added to the WSCIT Workbook. (Attachment A)
Seconded
Motion passes with substantial unanimity
Motion 45: Motion to approve the digital area map.
https://cawscit.github.io/area-maps/
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Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 46: Motion to approve the updated Information Technology (IT) Committee Workbook and Guidelines – 2026.
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 47: Motion to create a ChatGPT Enterprise account to be used by CAWSO and Conference Committee to protect the anonymity of our members.
Seconded
Motion to amend was made (Motion 48)
Motion for The World Service O ice Board to own the process of selecting an AI account to be used by CAWSO and the conference committees to protect the anonymity of our members
See outcome of Motion 48 for this motion’s outcome. (see chairs ruling in minutes)
Motion 48: I would like to make a motion to amend the motion to read
Motion for The World Service O ice Board to own the process of selecting an AI account to be used by CAWSO and the conference committees to protect the anonymity of our members
Seconded
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Chair Ruled for both the Amendment and Motion to be voted for at same time. Motion passes with minor opposition.
Motion 49: To approve new language regarding duties on pages 3, 6-9, new language regarding activities on page 11, and new language regarding access on page 14 of the Archives guidelines. (Attachment 1)
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 50: MOTION TO APPROVE NEW LANGUAGE On page 25 of the WSCCC guidelines under “Production & Technology Chair Duties” add new language after 1) Works closely with Program Chair and Entertainment Chair in identifying and determining Convention Audio/Visual technology needs, including any plans for streaming and/or recording of speakers and workshops.
INSERT NEW LANGUAGE:
a) In the spirit of preserving the legacy and shared experience, strength, and hope of Cocaine Anonymous, it is encouraged, where feasible, to obtain audio recordings of convention speakers and workshops. It is important to communicate recording practices in advance & work closely with the Workshop & Speaker Chair to obtain appropriate release documentation and respect all anonymity and privacy guidelines. Recordings should be made available to the World Service O ice Board for preservation in our archives and through the freedom fund
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously with minor opposition
Motion 51: MOTION TO APPROVE NEW LANGUAGE On page 22 of the WSCCC guidelines under “Speaker Chairperson Duties” add new language after Responsible for proposing no less than two (2) speakers for each slot to be filled. a) Final selection of the speakers for each slot filled will be chosen by group conscience by the Host Area/Region Program Committee and submitted to the General Convention Committee for approval at least nine (9) months prior to Convention.
INSERT NEW LANGUAGE:
Add bullet point b) and renumber accordingly: b) It is suggested that the Speaker Selection Committee coordinate with the C.A. World Service Conference Archive Committee to be provided with a list of previous speakers. It is suggested that World Service Convention Committee avoid recruiting speakers
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who have spoken at a CAWS Conventions within the last 10 years
c) Submit speaker selection to WSOB for financial eight (8) months prior to
Convention.
Seconded
Motion passes with substantial unanimity
Motion 52: Motion to Approve the PNR Bid for 2030.
Seconded
Motion passes with minor opposition
Motion 53: call the question
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Return to Motion 52
Motion 54: To amend the wording of Standing Rule 5 Item a, on Page 49 of the current World Service as follows:
a. To be credentialed and carry votes at the WSC, the chair of the body you are representing must submit complete names, complete mailing addresses, email addresses, phone numbers, and number of votes being carried must be submitted in writing to the World Service O ice 30 days prior to the World Service Conference.
Seconded
Motion passed unanimously
Motion 55: The Final 3 Proposals for the 2028-2030 World Services Conference location. This is from the RFP Sub-Committee of the Conference Committee (Request for Proposals) from hotels across the United States and Europe to host the C.A. World Service Conference in 2028 & 2029 & 2030. (Attachment 1)
Seconded
Dublin it is with a clear Majority.
Motion 56: Motion to approve the Conference Committee revised Committee Guidelines. (Attachment 2)
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
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Motion 57: Motion to approve the LCF Guidelines updates as presented in Motions 1 to 7 in the Conference Report for the sake of expediency.
Seconded
Motion passes with substantial unanimity
Motion 58: Pursuant to Point 4 of the Pamphlet Approval Process, motion to approve the concept to create a new piece of illustrated literature which would provide greater information regarding the di erent levels of C.A. service
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 59: Motion to approve both light and dark versions of “PI Rocks Road Show” (Attachments 1 & 2)
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 60: to approve 2026 “CAWSPI Summit Handbook” (Attachment 3)
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 61: Motion to approve “Presentation to the Healthcare Professional” (Attachment 4)
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 62: Motion to approve “Dying To Live,” “You Are Not Alone,” (versions 1 & 2) and “So Did We” posters (Attachments 7,8,9, & 11)
Seconded
Motion passes with minor opposition
Motion 63: Motion to approve “We Are All Here to Help” and “12 Step Fellowship” posters. (attachments 5 & 6)
Seconded
Refer to Motion 64 & Motion 66
Motion 64: Motion to refer “We Are All Here to Help” to committee
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Seconded
Motion passes.
Motion 65: Motion to divide
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 66: Motion to approve “12 Step Fellowship poster. (attachment 6)
Seconded
Motion passes with Noted opposition
Motion 67: Motion to approve “C.A. Sticker Template” (Attachment 15)
Seconded
Motion passes with minor opposition
Motion 68: Motion to approve the “Animated Postcard” (Attachment 17)
Seconded
Motion passes with Minor opposition
Motion 69: Make a motion to amend the animated post card to move the second last blue text to before “how did you sort yourself out?”
Seconded
Motion fails as it does not meet standard
Return to motion 68
Motion 70: Motion Call the question
Seconded
Motion passes
Return to motion 69
Motion 71: Motion to extend to 10pm
Seconded
Motion passes with noted opposition.
Motion 72: Motion to adjourn
Second
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Motion passed
Motion 73: Motion to reconsider the Online GB motion.
Seconded
Motion ruled Out of order by the Chair.
Motion 74: I make a motion to rescind.
Seconded
Motion ruled Out of order by the Chair.
Motion 75: Motion to remove from the table the petition to approve the online GB Area. Seconded
Motion passes.
Return to Motion 2
Mo on 76: To approve the AMENDED Conference Approved FY’2026 Budget. (Attachment 1). Seconded
Motion passes Substantial unanimity
Motion 77: To approve the Proposed budget for FY’2027. (A achment 2)
Seconded
Motion passes with significant unanimity
Motion 78: To approve the Cocaine Anonymous Fundraising Survey. (Attachment 3) Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 79: Motion to approve revised CAWS2027 Budget [#4]
Seconded
Motion passes unanimously
Motion 80: Motion to close
Seconded
Motion passes with implied consent
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