
Photographs in “The Forum”
We often receive inquiries regarding the photographs of people featured in our magazines. The Forum, Le lien, and En acción are committed to respecting the anonymity and privacy of our members. Based on
What Happened to Our Group Binder?
As a longtime Al-Anon member who has attended numerous in-person meetings in two states, I was accustomed to the practice of the meeting chairperson using a binder to lead the meeting. Since joining
How Valuable Is Our “Al‑Anon/Alateen Service Manual” (P-24/27)?
When I started attending Al-Anon, I certainly had no idea about the value of our Service Manual. I did not know I could consult it when I had questions about the basics of group
EZM 2025—Service, Unity, and Recovery
In October 2025, 28 Delegates and two World Service Office (WSO) guests attended the in-person European Zonal Meeting (EZM) in Naples, Italy. The theme was “Service, Unity, and Recovery.” Seventeen European structures came
World Service Conference (WSC) FAQs
Here are some of the frequently asked questions about the World Service Conference, Al‑Anon’s annual business meeting. Can I Attend the WSC? Although the April World Service Conference is not an open business
From Pain to Purpose
When I first came to Al‑Anon, I had no idea how profoundly my life would change. Five years into the program, I lost my husband to alcoholism. Along with the pain of bereavement