Aloha & Welcome
61st Annual Hawaii Convention
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
October 24-27, 2024
Beautiful Waikiki
MEALS
Join us as we dine together.
SOUVENIRS
Take home a reminder of your time with us in Hawaii
ACTIVITIES
Enjoy the Hawaii outdoors.
ONLINE REGISTRATION AND PURCHASES
WAS CLOSED ON 10.5.24
THERE WILL BE LIMITED REGISTRATIONS AND MEALS FOR PURCHASE ON-SITE
SOUVENIRS AND SOME ACTIVITIES WILL BE AVAILABLE ON-SITE FOR PURCHASE
**NO REFUNDS AFTER OCTOBER 1, 2024**
MEALS:
Aloha attire Friday Dinner, Past & Present Annual Hawaii Convention Shirts Brunch,
Gold Semi-Formal Saturday Dinner, and All White Spiritual Sunday Breakfast
SOUVENIRS:
T-Shirts, Tanktops, Long sleeve, Womens Tee, and Coffee Mugs
ACTIVITIES:
Golf Tournament, Hike & Meeting, Surf Meeting, and Volleyball Tournament
IF YOURE INTERESTED IN OTHER ACTIVITIES
SUCH AS CATAMARAN, AQUARIUM, ZOO, ETC
PLEASE CONTACT HOTEL ACTIVITIES DESK TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS
PROGRAM:
The schedule of events for the convention has been posted to website at the PROGRAMS tab.
HOTEL INFO
Make your hotel reservation by October 1, 2024 for the discounted rate via the link below. There will be a $20 resort fee per day.
Hotel guests will receive daily self parking rate of $15. Click the link below.
If you need more information or have any questions, please Contact us
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
SERVICE ANIMALS:
You will need a certificate from a State of Hawaii Physician stating that your service animal (dog) is trained to assist with your disability.
A dog license will be required.
Emotional, support, therapy, or companion animals that are not trained to perform a task for a person with a disability are NOT service animals.
This is in accordance with ADA and HSL, HRS 489
ACCEPTING RESUMES
We are accepting resumes for the
2026 Annual Hawaii Convention Chair.
If you are interested and qualified, please submit your resume to: secretary@annualhawaiiconvention.com
**SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT**
"On 9/24/24 at 5am the Local 5 Hotel Workers are on strike. We will keep you updated as events change."
AHC Steering Committee Chair
Bill M.
September 25, 2024
"The 3-day strike has ended. We will continue to keep you updated if and when events change."
AHC Steering Committee Chair
Bill M.
September 6, 2024
"As of 9:08am (HST) this morning, the Star Advertiser reported the Local 5 Hotel Workers union started a 3-day strike. We will keep you updated as events develop."
AHC Steering Committee Chair
Bill M.
September 1, 2024
FORUM Discussion
OUTER ISLAND OPTION:
After much deliberation, the AHC Steering committee has not been able to come up with an agreeable contract at this time for the 2025 AHC. Efforts will continue for 2026.
BANNERS:
Prior to the 2023 Convention, a request was made by members who were in service for the convention to present their home group banners in representation of their contribution and efforts.
The AHC Steering committee convened to discuss the request which was denied for several reasons;
1. The request was brought to the AHC Steering committee's attention without ample notice to engage in a meaningful discussion about the benefits and implications that may arise thus leading to our decision to deny the request.
2. After some time to discuss the possibilities and implications, the committee stands by its decision based on these additional reasons;
Reflections on Anonymity from the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions
• We need always maintain personal anonymity at the level of press, radio and films.
• Anonymity to this extent is actually the practice of genuine humility.
• Even within the Fellowship every member’s name and story needs to be confidential if the member so wishes it.
• Our public relations policy is based on attraction rather than promotion.
• As a Fellowship, we wish to publicize our principles and our work but not individual members.
• To us the Tradition of anonymity is far more than a sound public relations policy. It is more a denial of self-seeking.
• This Tradition of anonymity is a constant and practical reminder that personal ambition has no place in A.A.
• The spiritual substance of anonymity is sacrifice.
• Moved by the spirit of anonymity, we try to give up our natural desires for personal distinction both among fellow alcoholics and before the general public.
• We are sure that humility, expressed by anonymity, is the greatest safeguard that Alcoholics Anonymous can ever have.
Bibliography
A.A. Comes of Age
“A.A. Tradition — How It Developed”
Best of the Grapevine, Vol. I
The Language of the Heart
Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions
“Understanding Anonymity”
Privacy Policy for Event Information Collection (Effective Date: September 25, 2024)
We value your privacy and are committed to ensuring the security of any personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the personal information collected for the sole purpose of managing and facilitating the event.
Information We Collect
When you register for our event, we may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and any other information necessary for event participation.
Event-related Information: Preferences, feedback, or other data directly related to the event experience.
Purpose of Collection
We collect your information for the sole purpose of:
Event Registration and Management: To confirm your registration, provide event updates, and ensure your participation in the event.
Event Communication: To send you important notifications about the event such as schedules, changes, and follow-up information.
Improvement of Future Events: To gather feedback or insights to enhance future events (if applicable).
How Your Information is Used
Your personal information will not be shared with third parties for marketing or other unrelated purposes. It will only be used internally by event organizers for:
Managing event logistics
Responding to your inquiries or issues related to the event
Enhancing your event experience
Data Security
We implement industry-standard measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure. Your information is stored securely and will only be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the event purposes outlined above.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access the personal information we hold about you.
Request corrections or updates to your personal information.
Request deletion of your personal information after the event, unless it is legally required to retain it for a specific period.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us at:
secretary@annualhawaiiconvention.com