1. Are we satisfied with the function of our intergroup? If not, why not?
2. Have we ever taken an intergroup inventory? If not, why not? If so, what were the results?
1. What is the purpose of our intergroup?
2. Do we have a statement of purpose or bylaws?
3. Do we use Robert’s Rules of Order and our bylaws during our business meetings?
4. Do the Twelve Traditions take precedence over Robert’s Rules in our intergroup’s bylaws?
5. Do intergroup bylaws and policies protect and/or extend the tenure of certain “trusted servants”?
6. Does our intergroup “dictate” or “suggest”?
7. Are we incorporated? Do we have nonprofit tax status?
8. Do we set realistic short- and long-term goals?
9. Does our intergroup have a need for regular steering committee meetings or board meetings?
10. Are there frequent steering committee meetings for discussions and decisions beyond the purview of the entire group conscience?
11. Does a select group make most of our intergroup’s “important” decisions?
12. Is ours an exclusive club or an inclusive intergroup?
13. Are all our intergroup’s activities open to the scrutiny of each member of the Fellowship?
14. How can we keep the WSO group registrations up to date?
15. Are committee meetings open to all members?
17. Do we choose our service people with care and consideration, placing principles before personalities?
18. Is anonymity honored within our intergroup?
19. Is an opportunity given to each member to participate in the intergroup’s activities?
20. Do we have a budget that includes a prudent reserve and contributions to region and the WSO?
21. Have we done all we can to provide an attractive and convenient meeting place?
22. Are we committed to participating in the region and world service structure?
23. Do we make every effort to fund our representatives to region assemblies and the World Service Business Conference?
24. How often do our “trusted servants” say, “Trust me, I know what’s best”?
25. Is there a frequent need for quick decisions?
26. Is there a place on our intergroup’s agenda for open sharing and expressing group concerns?
27. Who decides how our intergroup spends money?
28. Do we see complete monthly financial reports, or just the general fund’s beginning and ending balance?
29. Does our intergroup have special savings accounts?
30. Are funds readily available, or are they invested?
31. Is the prudent reserve truly prudent, or is it a hedge against a worldwide recession?
32. Are the requests for intergroup contributions consistent with expenditures shown on the financial reports?
33. How long has the treasurer been in control of the books?
34. Are there multiple signatories on all accounts?
35. Does someone other than the treasurer reconcile bank accounts?
36. Have the books been audited lately?
1. Do all the groups in our geographic area know about our intergroup and the services we provide?
2. Are all the groups in the area affiliated with an intergroup?
3. Do we keep in touch with groups who don’t send representatives or contributions to the intergroup?
4. Do we let all groups know how they can support the intergroup through service and financial contributions?
5. Do we encourage the Seventh Tradition’s 60/30/10 (or another) contribution formula, making sure our area groups know about it?
6. Do we inform all members and groups of the structure of OA?
7. Do we sponsor OA workshops and marathons for OA members in our area?
8. Do we keep our meeting list current?
9. Do we publish a newsletter for the groups in our area?
10. Do we maintain a stock of OA-approved literature for sale?
11. Do we help new members find sponsors?
12. Do we arrange a system for groups to obtain abstinent OA speakers?
13. How do we help floundering groups?
14. Do we assist unaffiliated groups in nearby areas to form their own intergroups/service boards?
15. Do we address the special needs of our members, e.g., young people or the physically challenged, and try to find ways to meet their needs without isolating them?
1) What opportunities are there in the intergroup for fellowship with members outside of meetings?
4) Does the Intergroup embrace other techniques for meetings, such as: non-real-time, phone other platforms beyond zoom?
5) How many newcomer meetings does the IG have right now?
6) How many traditions meetings?
7) What impact does Zoom intruders have on the Intergroup — Are meetings doing enough to stay protected?
8) Does the Intergroup support region convention, and other events, with full participation?
Are there other alternatives to the present intergroup structure that might be more useful in meeting the area’s needs? If so, what?
We all know, of course, how to identify dysfunction. So, it isn’t so much an issue of not knowing there’s a problem as, it is about doing something. Being long on wisdom, do we opt for serenity or courage?
Do we accept it or change it?
Intervention or avoidance?
If not you, who?
