The Steering Committee is primarily tasked with overseeing the finances and day-to-day operations of the Intergroup, as well as overseeing hiring, compensation, and management of Intergroup employees. The functions of the WAI Steering Committee include:

1. Implement directives from WAI Delegates.
2. Oversee WAI operations, finances and assets
3. Hire and oversee the WAI Office Manager
4. Inform AA groups of WAI resources and activities
5. Oversee WAI expenditures and finances as needed.
6. Ensure WAI serves AA groups per AA traditions and GSO guidelines

The Steering Committee is composed of:

• Officers of WAI:
  • Chairperson & Alternate Chairperson
  • Secretary & Alternate Secretary
  • Treasurer & Alternate Treasurer
• Up to four Trustees
• Office Manager & Assistant Office Manager

With the exception of staff, chair, secretary & treasurer, Steering Committee members are elected by the WAI delegates to a one-year term. Automatic rotation of the Alternate Treasurer, Alternate Secretary, and Alternate Chairperson ensures stability and a working knowledge for these service positions.

Refer to the WAI Guidelines for more information on the Steering Committee.