In October 2025, the “Reunion Iberoamerica de Servicios Al-Anon” (RIASA) was held virtually over two days. The theme was “El fruto del amor es el servicio en la unidad” (The Fruit of Love Is Service in Unity). Fifteen structures from Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries came together to share their voices, experiences, and hope to foster unity and service across their communities. Uruguay served as the host country for this 12th RIASA.
Extensive collaboration took place before the meeting, resulting in a 210-page binder that included details about each structure, their activities, and presentations. The World Service Office (WSO) was invited to attend and participate, share updates on recent activities, and be available to answer questions.
Topics included:
- History of RIASA
- Future of RIASA
- Public Outreach & Social Media
- Service: Part of Recovery
- Alateen
- Availability of Conference Approved Literature
The host country shared, “We discover that cooperation has no limits and that our true strength lies in unity. We have worked with the common purpose of helping, strengthening, and mentoring one another, knowing that together we can carry the message of hope to every corner of the world.”
Throughout the event, participants demonstrated a strong willingness to participate in service and to carry the message, showcasing unity in abundance and reinforcing that we are not alone.
The Forum, March 2026
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