World Service Conference of Cocaine Anonymous Daily Summary Wed. August 31, 2016 Opening Session Tony D. – Conference will come to order at 7 pm PDT. Good evening and welcome to the 33rd World Service Conference of Cocaine Anonymous. Please join me in the Serenity Prayer. Melissa W. from CO will read ‘Who is a…
Category: 2016 WS Conference
2016 World Service Conference Minutes
2016-08-31-Conference-Day-1-Summary-Approved.pdf
2016-09-01_Conference-Day-2-Daily-Minutes-Redacted.pdf
2016-09-03-Conference-Day-4-corrected-redacted.pdf
2016-08-31-09-03-Conference-Summary-of-Motions.pdf
Conference_Explanation_of_Correction_to_2016_Minutes.pdf
Aug 31, 2016 – Day 1 – Daily Summary – WSBT Opening Report
Tony D. – Trustees up please Duane M. – Reads the opening comments of the report. OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: Your WSBT has worked diligently throughout the year within what our World Service Manual clarifies as ‘the broadest scope of any branch…
Aug 31, 2016 – Day 1 – Daily Summary – WSOB Opening Report
Tim A. – Read opening comments from the report. A PowerPoint presentation was shown. World Service Office Board 2016 World Service Conference Opening Report Submitted by: Tim A., Chairperson Thank you so much for the opportunity to serve as the Chair of the World Service Office Board. Our board has been hard at work on…
Aug 31, 2016 – Day 1 – Daily Summary – TEC Opening Report
Rob W. presents report OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 Trustee Election Committee Report INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: The 2016 Trustee Election Committee has received candidates from six Regions. The PSRT, SWRT, PNRT, WST and the WSOT positions are open positions. There are Three Trustees rotating off the board and we currently have two…
Thur. Sep 1, 2016 Daily Summary Day 2 – Chair’s Opening
Tony D. – Conference will come to order at 8:00 a.m. Please join me in the Serenity Prayer. Steve C. will read “We Can Recover”. Tony D. – Let start Roll call. Tony D. – Can we keep the background noise down to a minimum. Tony D. – Number of votes 152 voting members. Quorum…
Thur. Sep 1, 2016 Daily Summary Day 2 – Public Information – Opening Report
PUBLIC INFORMATION REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: Last year the PI committee began several projects at conference in hopes to complete them in our off-season: We set forth to update the handbook; produce additional video PSA’s; and seek participation in the new online survey. Not only have we completed those tasks, but we developed additional…
Thurs. Sep 1, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – Literature, Chips & Format – Opening Report
OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 LITERATURE, CHIPS & FORMAT REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: The World Service Conference Literature, Chips, and Format (“LCF”) Committee reviews, edits, and submits literature to the WSC for approval. Our function is to manifest the expression of C.A.’s Hope, Faith and Courage through the writing of material for…
Thur. Sep 1, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – H&I – Opening Report
Michael C. – Read opening report. Opening Report C.A. World Service Conference 2016 H&I Committee Report Introduction and Opening Comments: Since the end of last year’s conference the H&I Committee held monthly conference calls and continued to reach out to our worldwide fellowship in hopes of tracking H&I Panels and to help promote the implementation…
Thurs. Sep 1, 2016 – Structure & Bylaws – Opening Report
OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 Structure & Bylaws Report INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Welcome to the 2016 World Service Conference. The purpose of the Structure and By- Laws Committee is to formulate by-laws, guidelines, and structures by which Cocaine Anonymous can operate, day to day, at Conference and around the world. Our goal…
Thurs. Sep 1, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – Finance Committee – Opening Report
Tony D. – Order please. Earl H. – I have tickets for the drawing for the CAWS 2017 Convention to win full 2 registrations/etc. Come see me if you are interested. Heidi J. – Read report OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: The Finance Committee had three…
Thurs. Sep 1, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – IT Committee – Opening Report
Jim S. — Read report OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 IT COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: WSCITC have been trialing the Citrix based video conferencing solution (Go To Meeting) for our monthly committee meetings and have been impressed by the low bandwidth needed for excellent connections of voice calls and note that…
Thur. Sep 1, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – Unity – Opening Report
OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 UNITY REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: Welcome trusted servants who have traveled from every corner of the globe. We are all here for the same cause, a fellowship we love!!! The theme for this year’s conference is Unity Strengthens Our Community. 09-01-2016 Daily Approved Page 19 of 28…
Thurs. Sep 1, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – Archive Committee – Opening Report
Cameron F. – Read Archives report OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 ARCHIVE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: The Archive Committee has been busy during the Post-Conference period “protecting C.A.’s future by preserving C.A.’s legacy.” To date, we have accomplished the following objectives: Created a PowerPoint Presentation on the early history of Chicago C.A….
Thurs. Sep 1, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – Conference Committee – Opening Report
Jay F. – Read the report. OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 CONFERENCE COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: Welcome to the 2016 C.A. World Service Conference. The theme this year is: “Unity Strengthens Our Community.” Your WSC Conference Committee has been working all year to get prepared, organized and ready to welcome you, our…
Thurs. Sep 1, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 2 – Convention Committee – Opening Report
Jerico M. – Read report OPENING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 CONVENTION COMMITTEE STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: 09-01-2016 Daily Approved Page 25 of 28 The purpose of the World Service Convention is to promote enthusiasm and unity within the fellowship of Cocaine Anonymous and financially support World Services’ effort to carry the message to the…
Sept 3, 2016 – Daily Summary Day 4 – Chair’s Opening
World Service Conference of Cocaine Anonymous Sat. Sep. 3, 2016 Daily Summary Day 4 – Corrected 27-Mar-2017 Session began at 8:00 AM PDT. Tony D. opened with the Serenity Prayer. Peter O. will read ‘We Can Recover.’ George M. will read the 12 Traditions. Tony D. – If you pre-ordered a T-shirt, please see Sarah T….
Sep 3, 2016 Daily Summary Day 4 – LCF – Closing Report
World Service Conference of Cocaine Anonymous Sat. Sep. 3, 2016 Daily Summary Day 4 – Corrected 27-Mar-2017 Ginger L. – Reads closing report. CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 LITERATURE, CHIPS AND FORMAT REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS The majority of this committee’s efforts deal with literature that aids the membership in applying and understanding the 12…
Sep 3, 2016 Daily Summary Day 4 – Conference Committee – Closing Report
Jay F. – read closing report. CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 CONFERENCE COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS The Conference Committee has thoroughly enjoyed working with you and for you this past week to make our 2016 World Service Conference successful. Thank you to all delegates, committee chairs, Trustees and both new and outgoing members…
Sep 3, 2016 Daily Summary Day 4 – H&I Committee – Closing Report
Greg I. read closing report. CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 CAWS H&I COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Hello, I’m Greg I., your new World Service H&I Chair. We have a beautiful new facelift to the group where 8 returning members have co-mingled with 7 new faces. The groundwork on a global H&I communication link…
Sep 3, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 4 – WSOB – Closing Report
Tony D. – Come to order please. Tim A. – Read report CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 WSOB REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS The World Service Office Board is thankful for the opportunity to serve the fellowship of Cocaine Anonymous. We continue to hear your voice and we look forward to meeting your needs in…
Sep 3, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 4 – Structure and Bylaws Committee – Closing Report
Dana V. – Read report. CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 STRUCTURE AND BYLAWS REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments On behalf of the WSC 2016 Structure and Bylaws Committee, we are deeply honored to have the opportunity to serve and would like to thank you for a wonderful conference. As the S&B committee we…
Sep 3, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 4 – Convention Committee – Closing Report
Jerico McM. read closing report. CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 CONVENTION REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS I would like to thank the World Service Conference Convention Committee for allowing me to serve as your Chair. It has been a humbling and exhilarating experience for me. I cannot say enough about how grateful I am for…
Sep 3, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 4 – Archive Committee – Closing Report
Cameron F. – Reads report CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 ARCHIVE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments: Committee Introductions: Norma Jean S. – Vice Chair (Los Angeles, CA) Henry A. – Secretary (Los Angeles,CA) Randy M. – Archivist (Los Angeles, CA) Mat H. – Archivist (Surrey, UK) Susan B. – Archivist (St. George, UT)…
Sep 3, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 4 – Unity Committee – Closing Report
Joni E. – Reads report. CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 UNITY REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments Welcome to the Unity Committee 2016. Our statement of purpose is to enhance our communication and global outreach among the diverse elements within our fellowship in the interest of carrying the C.A. message and to promote C.A….
Sep 3, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 4 – Public Information Committee – Closing Report
John O. – reads report. CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 PUBLIC INFORMATION COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments This has been an exciting year for the Public Information Committee. We had our 1st PI summit in January with four Trustees holding a Concepts Workshop. We produced 3 video PSA’s as APPROVED REDACTED Day…
Sep 3, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 4 – Internet Technology Committee – Closing Report
Jim S. – reads report CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 WSCITC REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments The committee has worked tirelessly over the course of our breakout sessions to address all referrals received. We are excited with the possibilities that are presented within this digital age and believe there is great scope to…
Sep 3, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 4 – TEC – Closing Report
Rob W. – presented report CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 Trustee Election Committee Report INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: The 2016 Trustee Election Committee has completed the process. All candidates have been informed of the results. COMMITTEE INTRODUCTIONS: Chair – TAL & PNRT Rob W. Vice Chair- MWRT Jeanette J. WSBT Chair – PSRT Duane M….
Sep 3, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 4 – WSBT – Closing Report
Duane M. – presented report CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Your WSBT would like to extend sincere thanks to all participants at this year’s World Service Conference, and to the entire fellowship for allowing us to be of service, and for your ongoing support. It…
Sep 3, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 4 – Finance Committee – Closing Report
Heidi J. presented report CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2016 FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS Opening Comments We would like to thank the Fellowship for the very generous donations that enable us to the good financial health of Cocaine Anonymous. In our treasurer’s opening report she expressed her happiness that our finances are in…
Sep 3, 2016 – Daily Summary – Day 4 – Chair’s Closing Report
Tony D. – Election of Conference Officers is next. Secretary positions are not open this year. Trevor S. – Reads the Conference Chair duties/qualifications. Tony D. – Are there any nominations or volunteers? Devin R-F. – Nominate Trevor S. Trevor S. – I accept. Dwanna R. – Nominate Russell S. Russell S. – I decline….
Aug 8 – Sep 3, 2016 – WS Conference – Summary of Motions
CAWS Conference 2016 Summary of Motions Corrected 27-Mar-2017 Note – We were not able to use electronic voting for Day 1 nor Day 2. Day 1 08-31-2016 Summary of Motions Motion to have Texas Valley merge with the South Central Texas Area. Motion made and seconded. Motion carries unanimous. Motion to accept the former Antelope…
Explanation of Correction the 2016 CAWS Conference Minutes
27-Mar-2017 Dear Members of the World Service Conference, From time to time, in the review and publication of the minutes taken at our WSC, small errors can occur. While preparing the minutes of the 2016 Conference, this was unfortunately the case. Thanks to assistance from two sharp-eyed members, two small errors have been found and…