Call for Session Ideas: 50th Anniversary Virtual Convention

Jan 17, 2026 | Special Events

Debtors Anonymous is celebrating a major milestone in 2026 — 50 years of recovery — and the fellowship is inviting members and groups from around the world to help shape this historic event.

The first-ever D.A. Worldwide Virtual Convention will take place from May 30–31, 2026, and planning is already underway. This is an opportunity for Canadian members and groups to bring our perspectives, experiences, and recovery stories into a global space.

Session ideas must be submitted by February 8, 2026 to receive full consideration by the D.A. 50th Convention Steering Committee. Ideas submitted after this date may still be reviewed, but early submissions are strongly encouraged. Sessions can be more formal, such as workshops, or activities, such as a dance-party, vision board, talent show and more.

About the Convention

  • Dates: May 30–31, 2026
  • Format: Virtual
  • Access: Open to all D.A. members worldwide
  • Cost: Suggested donation but no one turned away for lack of funds

The convention will feature two tracks of programming with an estimated 20 or more online sessions, including workshops, activities, fellowship spaces, and keynote speakers.

What You’ll Need to Submit

When completing the form, be prepared to provide the following information:

  1. Group or member submitting the idea (include registration number if applicable)
  2. Email contact information for the submitter(s)
  3. Proposed session topic
  4. Format (check all that apply): speakers, member sharing, activity, slideshow, fellowship, breakout rooms
  5. Language the session will be conducted in
  6. Ideal time range for the session
  7. Description of the session idea
  8. Service experience of any members you envision developing or leading the session
  9. What D.A. members would gain from attending
  10. What newcomers would gain from attending
  11. Confirmation that the session adheres to the Twelve Traditions of Debtors Anonymous

Submit your idea here:
https://forms.gle/XojJrY346X2Y3i9e9

Please note that by submitting an idea, you acknowledge that D.A. may use the concept whether or not you or your group are involved, and you release any copyright to D.A. If your idea is selected, the Steering Committee will make every effort to contact you.

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