“Any form of service—no matter how small—that helps reach a fellow sufferer adds to the quality of our own recovery.”
—The Tools of Recovery
Los Angeles Intergroup of Overeaters Anonymous
Service That Sustains Our Fellowship
The Los Angeles Intergroup (LAIG) exists to support OA meetings and members across the region—so no one has to recover alone. We’re a group of trusted servants who handle the work individual meetings can’t do on their own. That includes:
Keeping the OA meeting list accurate and updated
Publishing The 12th Stepper, our monthly newsletter
Hosting workshops, events, and the annual OA Birthday Party
Managing communication across local, regional, and world service
Upholding financial responsibility for the LA OA community
Helping new meetings get registered and supported
We do this work through monthly Delegate and Board meetings, always guided by group conscience, OA principles, and spiritual integrity.
What Guides Us
All of LAIG’s service is rooted in the Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions, and Twelve Concepts of OA Service. Our leadership is democratic. Our decisions are made by group conscience. Our purpose is to carry the message.
How You Can Serve
1. Become a Delegate
Each meeting is encouraged to send a representative to monthly Delegates’ Meetings. Delegates share group needs, vote on key decisions, and help shape local OA service. The delegates meeting is the 3rd Saturday or every month on zoom. Check out our calendar of events for all the information!
2. Join a Committee
There’s always a need for fellows to serve on committees for Workshops, Special Events, Communications, Inclusion, Outreach, New Media, and more. You don’t need experience—just willingness.
3. Help with the Birthday Party
This January event draws hundreds of fellows together for recovery, service, and celebration. Join a planning team or sign up to serve during the weekend.
4. Submit to The 12th Stepper
Write a story. Share a poem. Spotlight your meeting. Help carry the message in your own voice.
5. Support the Meeting List & Tech
If your meeting details change, update the shared spreadsheet. Comfortable with Zoom or web tools? Help others stay connected by serving on our tech team.
6. Practice Financial Service
We’re self-supporting through our own contributions. Whether you give time, money, or experience—it matters.
Ready to Serve?
You don’t have to wait for permission. Show up. Raise your hand. Ask how you can help. Email office@oalaig.org or come to the next Delegates’ Meeting. All are welcome. All are needed. Service is how we recover together.