The adult nomination process is left to the unit. Since the OA exists by and large for the youth, with youth exclusively holding leadership positions, adult nominations should be carefully screened. The unit should create a committee to review adult nominations. The committee should consider the adult’s ability to perform the necessary functions to help the OA youth to fulfill its goals and purposes, how the adult will be an asset to the Lodge, Chapter, and/or Unit, and whether the adult will be a positive role model for the youth.
OA membership is NOT a recognition for service either past or present NOR is it a reward for achievement or position.