General Advisory Council (GAC)

The GAC is the service body where CPA meetings have a voice and a vote regarding any and all CPA business. The GAC is delegated by the World Service Conference (WSC) to make administrative decisions required in the interim of the WSC meetings. GAC Representatives (GR) from each registered meeting are encouraged to bring topics and concerns from their home meeting to the GAC for guidance and support. The GSVO staff give reports and participate in the meetings, however the business and concerns of the GRs are prioritized over reporting.

Group Representative (GR): This is the major line of communication between the individual group and the GAC. Each CPA group elects a GR to represent them. This allows a continuous chain of communication in the fellowship. A group without a GR denies its members a voice and causes a break in the link of communication. The GR attends the GAC meetings and should have an understanding of the Twelve Traditions and how they work. The GR brings their group’s viewpoint to any situation concerning CPA and informs their group of any decisions.

Resources: CPA’s Guide to Robert’s Rules (PDF), Another look at Robert’s Rules

Proposal: Does your meeting have a proposal to bring to the GAC? Fill out this form to submit and someone will get back to you shortly. If you have any other questions or concerns please reach out to gac@chronicpainanonymous.org.