Trustee Liaison – OA Region 9

The Assembly will be start at 8am on Wednesday 30th of September, in order to feel refreshed we enourage members to arrive Tuesday 29th of September in the late afternoon or early evening. The assembly will finish around 4pm on Friday 2nd October 2026. Convention will then start on Friday 2nd October 2026 in the early evening and finish no later than 2pm on Sunday 4th October 2026.

Names, acronyms, and short forms have been removed or edited for consistency with OA Policy

Name:

E.I. (Name removed due to GDPR)

Years in OA

12 years and 3 months

Number of years of service beyond the group level

11 years and 5 months

Date continuous abstinence began

August 22, 2015

Have you attended at least one Assembly prior to the Assembly at which you would be elected?

Do you have at least one year of current abstinence?

Do you have at least two years of service beyond the group level

Summary of my OA service responsibilities

Jun 2014/Feb 2015: Home Group Literature
Oct 2014/Jul 2015: Group Treasurer
Oct 2014/Apr 2017: Operational Manager of OA ITALY Web site.
Feb 2015/Apr 2018: Local Intergroup Representative of the Home Group
Sep 2015/May 2017: Volunteering in the Local Intergroup Public Information Committe
Sep 2016/Mar 2017: Group Treasurer
Mar 2017/Sep 2017: Group Secretary
April 2017/today: Chair of the Translation Committee for not protected by Copyright Material
September 2017 / April 2018: Group Literature
Apr 2018/today: ITALIAN National Service Board Representative Region 9 and Delegate World Service Business Conference
April 2018/April 2022: Member in charge to be in contact with World Service Office offices for info, procedures/logo approval requests, copyrights procedures, and any other matter of service
Sep 2018: Attendance as ITALIAN National Service Board Representative at 2018 Region 9 Assembly
Sep 2018/Sep 2019: Member of the Region 9 Twelfth Step Within Committee
May 2019: Attendance as ITALIAN National Service Board Delegate at 2019 World Service Business Conference
Sep 2019: Attendance as ITALIAN National Service Board Representative at 2019 Region 9 Assembly
Sep 2019/Oct 2020: Member of the Region 9 Translation Committee
May 2019/Apr 2020: Member of the World Service Business Conference Twelfth Step Within Committee
Apr 2020: Attendance as ITALIAN National Service Board Delegate at 2020 World Service Business Conference
Apr 2020/Apr 2021: Member of the Bylaws Committee – (Keep It Simple and Straightforward Subcommittee)
Oct 2020: Attendance as ITALIAN National Service Board Representative at 2020 Region 9 Assembly
Oct 2020/Oct 2021: Chair of the Region 9 Twelfth Step Within Committee
Apr 2021: Attendance as ITALIAN National Service Board Delegate at 2021 World Service Business Conference
Apr 2021: Member of Reference Subcommittee during 2021 World Service Business Conference
Apr 2020/April 2021: Member of the Bylaws Committee – (Chair of Pretty as a picture Subcommittee)
• Oct 2021: Attendance as ITALIAN National Service Board Representative at 2021 Region 9 Assembly
Oct 2021/April 2022: Chair of the Region 9 Twelfth Step Within Committee
Apr 2022: Attendance as ITALIAN National Service Board Delegate at 2021 World Service Business Conference
Apr 2022/now: Trustee Liaison to Region 9

I can bring the following business, professional or other experience, and skill to the board:

I hold a university degree in Languages and Literature (English and Spanish), along with two Master’s degrees: one in Communication, specialising in communication barriers, and another in Counseling. I also completed studies in Mindset Coaching and earned my professional certification as a Life Coach in 2022. Italian is my native language, and I am fluent in English and Spanish, with basic proficiency in French. I also know computer science, IT tools, and social media strategy. Throughout my career, I have developed strong organisational, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. I have experience in problem-solving, conflict management, and the development and implementation of standardised policies and procedures. I am recognised for my ability to listen, build meaningful relationships, and work collaboratively in diverse environments. Currently, I work part-time in my family’s real estate business while continuing my professional development in Life Coaching. I am passionate, goal-oriented, and committed to approaching every responsibility with focus, enthusiasm, and integrity

I would like to be a trustee for the following reasons:

Brief account of my OA recovery story – physical, emotional, and spiritual: page 3 When I chose to run for a seat on the Board of Trustees, I didn’t know exactly what the role would require. Still, I felt called to serve. I discussed the decision with my sponsor, experienced OA members, and current and former Trustees. Although I received valuable guidance, I still wondered whether I was ready. In the end, I trusted my Higher Power and sought election. After five years of service, I can truly say it has been both exciting and deeply rewarding. I have served with energy, serenity, and a sincere desire to contribute to OA. The experience has strengthened my recovery and helped me grow personally and spiritually. Recovery has taught me that I am enough, that my talents continue to grow, and that the more I give, the more I receive—especially gratitude: for the privilege of serving, for spiritual growth, and for the opportunity to bring hope to others. Someone once told me that being a Trustee is only about service and not about carrying the message. I respectfully disagree. For me, service and carrying the message are inseparable. Every act of service is an opportunity to share hope, both within OA and beyond. I am deeply grateful for the privilege of serving.

Brief account of my OA recovery story – physical, emotional, and spiritual

When I first joined Overeaters Anonymous (OA), my goal was simply to lose weight—and I did. But OA gave me far more than physical recovery: it opened the door to a new way of living and helped me discover who I truly am. After about a year of attending meetings and using the Recovery Tools, I achieved abstinence from compulsive eating and lost twenty kilograms. During menopause, although I regained five kilos, I remained abstinent and continued working my Program. With the support of nutritionists, I developed a balanced food plan that meets my health needs, maintains a healthy body weight, and respects both my body and my well-being. Recovery has also transformed how I see myself. I have learned to accept my body with kindness, work honestly with sponsors through the Twelve Steps, and build healthier relationships based on love, empathy, and respect. Although I have not yet experienced a truly healthy romantic relationship, I trust my Higher Power’s timing and guidance. Gratitude, prayer, meditation, and daily reflection are now essential parts of my life. Where anxiety once guided my decisions, I now place my trust in my Higher Power, practising patience, acceptance, and spiritual growth through the Program. Today, I embrace life with gratitude, courage, and hope. Recovery has reconnected me with myself and with the world around me, giving me a sense of peace and vitality that I never thought possible.