Day 3 – August 31, 2024 – Morning Session Russell S. Opened today’s session at 9:06am Clayton P. Said the serenity prayer Nicole J. Read a vision for you Keith H. Read from a quiet peace Jim G. Update everyone that the reports in the BOX are up to date, attachments 1 and 2. Please…
Category: WS Conferences
The WSC is the nerve center and voice of our Fellowship. The WSC is the one time each year when all our service branches come together. Unlike all other branches of C.A. service, the WSC is not an entity, it is an event. At the WSC, the Delegates, the World Service Board of Trustees, and the managers and Directors of the World Service Office meet to discuss ideas and direction for the Fellowship of C.A. as a whole. The WSC can last up to a week; however, the planning and implementation associated with the WSC is a year-round proposition.
The Conference Committee is to provide the planning, organization, logistics, and implementation of the Business Conference to include preparation of the agenda. The Conference Committee will determine the location of the Conference unless otherwise agreed upon by voting Conference members. All World Service Conference contracts must be ratified by the CAWSO Board and executed by two or more board members and/or Trustees. Each Delegate must be knowledgeable about the needs and feelings of their Area and Region. From general meetings at the WSC, the Conference divides into various committees where all suggestions, questions, and problems are discussed. These topics include all matters of importance to C.A. as a whole. Each Delegate serves on a designated Conference Committee of his or her own selection. It is suggested that each Committee contains at least one Trustee. Any member of Cocaine Anonymous may serve and vote on any World Service Conference Committee, however, each Participant is limited to voting in one committee. Non-delegates may serve as Committee officers. It is recommended when electing Committee Chairpersons that the length of their delegate tenure is considered in order to be fiscally responsible to the fellowship and respectful of Conference budgets. Non-Delegate chair expenses must be incorporated into the committee budget and approved by the committee. Then the approved budget is brought to the Conference floor by the Finance Committee as part of the complete World Service budget for approval. All committee budgets need to be submitted to the Finance Committee by 9 am of the last breakout committee work day. Conference committee guidelines, policies and procedures are submitted to the Conference for approval, included in the Delegates notebooks, and are available to other interested members of the fellowship. Conference Approved Literature – a full list of Conference approved literature appears in the Appendix to this Manual.
World Service Conference Minutes:
Aug 31, 2024 – Convention Committee Report – WS Conference – Day 3
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2024 WSC CONVENTION COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: To whom it may concern, My name is Andrew Carter and I am the acting chair of the WSC Convention Committee. I Speak on behalf of our committee when I say what a pleasure it is to serve Cocaine Anonymous. This…
Aug 31, 2024 – Finance Committee Report – WS Conference – Day 3
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2024 FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT (Revised Aug. 23, 2024) INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: It is the Finance Committee’s responsibility to oversee the prudent control, management, and use of monies donated by the individuals of the Fellowship of Cocaine Anonymous. This year was a very an extraordinary year in that a historical…
Aug 31, 2024 – Structure & Bylaws Report (Part 2) – WS Conference – Day 3
Russell S. Opened meeting at 4.23pm Before we get started with S & B. It’s likely we may conclude business on the floor today. We need after conference floor. We are on the agenda to Sunday 1pm. You have your committees together, please write your reports and share your enthusiasm and then get them to…
Aug 31, 2024 – Trustee Election Committee Closing Report – WS Conference – Day 3
CLOSING REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2024 Trustee Election Committee Report Page | 62 World Service Conference of Cocaine Anonymous Daily Minutes – Day 3 – Friday – August 31, 2024 INTRODUCTION AND OPENING COMMENTS: The 2024 Trustee Election Committee has completed the process. All candidates have been informed of the results. We would like…
Aug 31, 2024 – New Business – WS Conference – Day 3
We have election of conference officers this year as Albina K. will be rotating out next year and will have completed her final term. Amanda T. has completed a term and is eligible for another term of 2 years. Auroa L. Nominated Kelly C and Kelly C has accepted the nomination. Simonne M. Nominated Amanda…
Aug 31, 2024 – Summary of Motions – WS Conference – Day 3
2024 World Service Conference of Cocaine Anonymous Summary of Motions Motion 1: To approve the petition for Devon and Cornwall district to align with the west country UK area. Seconded Motion passes with minor opposition Motion 2: to approve the petition to recognize the area of C.A. Poland. Seconded Motion passes unanimously Motion 3: to…
Nov. 9, 2024 – WSBT Q4 Conference Call Minutes
WSBT Q4 Conference Call Minutes Mid Quarterly Conference Call … V3 Nov 9th, 2024, 8am to 12pm PDT, Virtual Gary opened the meeting with a Moment of silence followed by the “WE” version of the Serenity Prayer *** Roll Call-All Trustees are present Barry H SWRT/WSBT Chair Gary P TAL1 / WSBT Vice…
Aug 28, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – Opening – Day 1
Day 1 – August 28, 2025 – Afternoon session Russell S opened at 4:31pm Claudine L – opened with the Serenity Prayer in Denise R. – opened with the Serenity Prayer in Tim D.- opened with the Serenity Prayer in English Steve S. – Read who is a CA Member in English Mark van S…
Aug 28, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – WSBT Report – Day 1
WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES COMMITTEE REPORT Barry Ha – spoke of the report in the BOX of it being a summary of the work they have done throughout the year. There was a lot of work done with various different committees. belief that CA is in the best position that it has ever been…
Aug 29, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – WSBT Report (Continued) – Day 2
Day 2 – August 29, 2025 – Morning Session Opening session at 9:03am. Robyn G – There is no vaping in the hotel at all. Please go outside to smoke and vape. Today we will be provided with boxed lunches. Russell S – I would like to thank you all for being on time, we…
Aug 29, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – WSOB Report – Day 2
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2025 WORLD OFFICE SERVICE BOARD REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: Almost impossible to imagine that it has only been a year since we pulled the U-Haul from Long Beach to Arizona. What an exciting year of accomplishments it’s been. As the 1st anniversary of the office relocation took place in…
Aug 29, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – Archive Report – Day 2
Chris W – Archives report Email address archive@ca.org Virtual Museum Website – Museum.ca.org Archives video being shown Jennifer G – speaks to the video Chris W – We have 79 areas and 43% do not have an archives presence. Investigate and find someone interested in Archives. We need to grow our archives. Questions? Seeing none,…
Aug 29, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – Structure & Bylaws Report – Day 2
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2025 STRUCTURE AND BYLAWS COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: This year was met with a feeling of enthusiasm and encouragement. We operated in an atmosphere of participation, trust, thoughtfulness, considerations and respect for and toward all new members and those members who continue to support the committee. Throughout the…
Aug 29, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – Unity Report – Day 2
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2025 UNITY COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: This year your CAWS Unity Committee has worked hard on several projects. We have completed an in-depth review of our guidelines and updated several sections for your approval. In January we hosted a Connection OpportUNITY call on Zoom. The purpose of this…
Aug 29, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – LCF Report – Day 2
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2025 Literature, Chips and Formats (LCF) Committee REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: Dear C.A. Fellowship, I am delighted to write this report to showcase the work the LCF Committee has carried out over the past 12 months, marked by change, steady progress, and a strong commitment to our service. During…
Aug 30, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – Opening – Day 3
Day 3 – August 30, 2025 – Morning Session Morning Session opened at 9:12am Michael: Opened with the serenity prayer Yves W – Opened with A Vision for You in French Melanie R. – Reads a Vision for You Russell S – Please make sure your phones are either turned off or on silent. We…
Aug 30, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – IT Report – Day 3
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2025 WSCIT REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: The IT committee has been working hard on the C.A. Meeting Finder app and Meeting Finder Database for the last year and we’re keeping a keen eye on A.I. as it becomes a household tool in every home. We have continued to onboard…
Aug 30, 2025 – WSC Conference Minutes – H&I Report – Day 3
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2025 HOSPITALS & INSTITUTIONS REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: Greetings everyone! Thank you all for your service to our wonderful fellowship! I am extremely grateful for my fellow H&I committee members! Over the past 11 months, we were fortunate to accomplish most of the tasks & goals that were presented…
Aug 30, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – Conference Committee Report – Day 3
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2025 WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: Welcome to the 2025 C.A. World Service Conference! We’ve worked hard all year to get prepared and organised for this year’s conference. We want to provide the best service possible to all of the conference attendees and ensure that we…
Aug 30, 2025 – WSC Conference Minutes – Convention Committee Report – Day 3
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2025 WSC Convention Committee REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: COMMITTEE STRUCTURE AT CONFERENCE: Position Name Email Phone Chair Andrew Carter andrew@grayfoxdandb.com +1 860-414-4897 Vice-Chair Seth Newsome odaatjust4today@gmail.com +1 425-626-7996 Co-Secretary Roberta McClung robertamcclung68@gmail.com +44 7708194053 Co-Secretary Janette Butner jette569@yahoo.com +1 801-971-0912 Trustee Johan T. mert@ca.org DOCAC Jesse Garza docac@ca.org +1…
Aug 30, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – Finance Committee Report – Day 3
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2025 FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: It is the Finance Committee’s responsibility to oversee the prudent control, management, and use of monies donated by the individuals of the Fellowship of Cocaine Anonymous. We meet as committee the 3rd Sunday of each month on ZOOM at 11am PST. We…
Aug 30, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – TEC Results – Day 3
Chris M. (TEC Chair) – Thank you very much. We had many candidates and did many interviews. We have chosen Yohan – Point of Order – shouldn’t all of the trustee’s sit up there with the TEC delegates as well? Russell S – Yes Atlantic South Regional Trustee Barry H Mainland European Regional Trustee Richard…
Aug 31, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – Public Information Report – Day 4
Day 4 – August 31, 2025 – Morning Session Morning Session starts at 8:02am Russell S – Good morning, welcome to the last day of conference Dawn S – Lead with the Serenity Prayer Marshall R – Read Reaching Out Russell S – We have business to get through today; debate is necessary but please…
Aug 31, 2025 – WC Conference Minutes – Unity (Con’t) & IT (Con’t) – Day 4
Unity: Sarah – Motion 73: To add the following disclaimer to all suggested Unity workshop resource formats: These Workshop examples are meant to be suggestive only. They are not reflective of the opinions of C.A. as a whole. They are potential workshop ideas for fellowship utilisation. For further information or guidance on how to use…
Aug 31, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – Elections – Day 4
Elections: World Service Conference Chairperson: Nominations: Duane M. – Accepts the nomination Clinton R – Respectfully declines the nomination Steven C – Respectfully declines the nomination World Service Conference Chairperson (2 year period): Duane M. – Congratulations. Duane M. – Shares his experience on being Vice-chair/Parliamentarian and the amount of work within the role. World…
Aug 31, 2025 – WS Conference Minutes – Summary of Motions – Day 4
2025 World Service Conference of Cocaine Anonymous Summary of Motions Motion 1: To approve the petition to change the area name from west country area t0 South West (UK) Area Seconded Motion passes with minor opposition Motion 2: To approve the petition for Belgium to be recognised as an area, Seconded Motion passes unanimously Motion…
September 3, 2026 – WS Conference Minutes – Opening – Day 1
World Service Conference of Cocaine Anonymous Daily Minutes – Day 1 – Thursday – 3rd September 2026 Day 1 Thursday 3rd September 2026. Duane M. – opens conference at 4.42pm welcome to the 40thCAWS Conference. Introductions made to the Dais. If you have a phone, please ensure it is on silent. Side conversations to a…
September 4, 2026 – WS Conference Minutes – Opening – Day 2
Friday 4th September 2026 – Morning session. 9.03am – Duane M; May I have your attention please. We have technical difficulties. While wefigure this out you have a 15min comfort break. We apologies. Please return at 9.15am 9.17am – Duane M I have one request there are issues with room temperature we cannot accommodate all….
Sept 4, 2026 – WS Conference Minutes – WSBT Report – Day 2
CONFERENCE REPORTS C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2026 WORLD SERVICE BOARD OF TRUSTEES REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: Gary P. TAL1 WSBT Chair Stuart J. ERT WSBT Vice Chair Barry H. ASRT WSBT Secretary Tina R. MWRT Assistant Secretary Richard B. ANRT Richard E. MERT Jenn S. PNRT Dan S. PSRT Jonathan H. WSOT Karmen K. WST…
Sept 4, 2026 – WS Conference – WSOB Report – Day 2
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2026 WORLD SERVICE OFFICE BOARD REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: As the conclusion of my first term as the WSOB Chair takes place at Conference, it seems crazy that so much has been accomplished by the WSOB and WSO in just two years. And yet, with everything that changes, so…
Sept 4, 2026 – WS Conference – Hospital & Institutions Report – Day 2
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2026 HOSPITAL & INSTITUTIONS REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: Greetings from the World Service Hospitals & Institutions Committee! We are thankful for being on this amazing journey with you all. We are all in the business of saving lives & we applaud you all for your active roles collectively! There’s…
Sept 4, 2026 – WS Conference -Structure and Bylaws Report – Day 2
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2026 Structure and Bylaws Report INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: Over the course of the last year, the committee had the opportunity to work on referrals and ideas to help the Fellowship. The largest project that we took on was the short form Twelve Concepts. The committee has grown over the…
Sept 4, 2026 – WS Conference – Unity Report – Day 2
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2026 UNITY COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: The Unity Committee has had a busy and rewarding year focused on communication, participation and fellowship engagement. Following approval at the 2025 World Service Conference, we got straight to work delivering the ‘Our Common Welfare’ workshop online. Throughout the year, we have…
Sept 5, 2026 – WS Conference – Opening Session – Day 3
Day 3, 5th September 2026 – Morning Session 9.10am Duane M; Good morning, please take your seats. Day is Saturday 5th September 9.12am Conference is open. Tom T; Leads us in Serenity Prayer in Swedish. Lucy R; Leads us in Serenity Prayer Duane M; Cheryl, please read a vision for you. Cheryl E; Reads A…
Sept 5, 2026 – WS Conference – Internet Technology Report – Day 3
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2026 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: The WSCIT Committee has remained ac ve and engaged throughout this service year, continuing to support the Fellowship through technology, communication, education, and service infrastructure. Our work this year focused heavily on improving communication tools, strengthening online resources, supporting the continued growth…
Sept 5, 2026 – WS Conference – Archive Report – Day 3
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2026 ARCHIVE COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: Welcome to Archives World Service, where the past meets the present. Our mission is to preserve, protect, and make accessible the historical records and cultural heritage of our global community. Collecting relevant C.A. documents and items pertinent to the history of Cocaine…
Sept 5, 2026 – WS Conference – Convention Report – Day 3
26 | P a g e Return from Lunch 1.19pm Duane M; Good afternoon, all. Everyone back in back to business Duane M; 1.20pm Thank you for your pa ence. We had some audio difficul es. We are going to start with convention committee CONFERENCE REPORT – C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2026 WSC CONVENTION…
Sept 5, 2026 – WS Conference – Conference Report – Day 3
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2026 WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE COMMITTEE REPORT 42 | P a g e INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: Welcome to the 2026 C.A. World Service Conference! We’ve worked hard all year to get prepared and organised for this year’s conference. We want to provide the best service possible to all the conference…
Sept 5, 2026 – WS Conference – Literature, Chips and Formats (LCF) Report – Day 3
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2026 Literature, Chips and Formats (LCF) Committee REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: Dear C.A. Fellowship, Wow! What a year for the LCF Committee! We are a small but mighty Committee! Following the feedback from last year’s Conference, we decided to slow down and concentrate on progressing existing live projects. The…
Sept 5, 2026 – WS Conference – Public Information Report – Day 3
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2026 PUBLIC INFORMATION COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: The Public Information Committee wishes to thank you for allowing us to be of service for yet another productive year. Over the last twelve months, the PI Committee has grown not only in sheer numbers, but blossomed in experience, talent, dedication,…
Sept 6, 2026 – WS Conference – Opening Session
8.57am Duane M; Can we have everyone come in and sit down please. Duane M; Take your seats please Good morning, everyone. Please take your seats and come to order. Jaqueline R; Leads us in the Serenity Prayer in Spanish. Booker B; Leads us in the Serenity Prayer Duane M; I was so grateful when…
Sept 6, 2026 – WS Conference – Finance Report – Day 4
CONFERENCE REPORT C.A. WORLD SERVICE CONFERENCE 2026 FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT INTRODUCTION AND COMMENTS: It is the Finance Committee’s responsibility to oversee the prudent control, management, and use of monies donated by the individuals of the Fellowship of Cocaine Anonymous. Over the past year, the Finance Committee has been actively engaged in several key areas of…
Sept 6, 2026 – WS Conference – New Business – Day 4
New Business. Presentation from our TEC Chair Richard B. We convenient a week ago today and began the interview process. After 15 interviews and debate we have our trustee’s SWRT – Jesse Ga TAL – Edwina S. We are excited about these elections. Congratulations! ANRT – World Service Manual states we could vote for one…
Sept 6, 2026 – WS Conference – Summary of Motions
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…