News from the 2018 World Service Conference
Al‑Anon’s largest representative group conscience, the World Service Conference (WSC), met in West Harrison, New York, April 16-20. The Conference theme was “Al‑Anon—There Is No Standing Still!” It was Al‑Anon’s 58th annual Conference,
Al-Anon Annual Group Update—It’s on the Way!
The WSO Annual Al-Anon Group Update Sheet for the Northwest and Southwest regions is on the way. You can help people find your meeting by keeping your group information up-to-date. Please take a
It’s Not Too Late to Register!
The registration fee is $195. Onsite registration will be available. Already registered? Badges (including information regarding the Language of Love Parade) will be available at the Welcome desk when you arrive. Still need
“Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism 2019″—Offering the Same Comfort We Received as Newcomers
Extending the same comfort that we received as newcomers is as simple as leaving a copy of the new issue of Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism 2019 (AFA) in a public place. Reaching out to
What Happens to My “Forum” Sharing?
One of the first Al‑Anon slogans I latched onto was “How Important Is It?” At first, I took that phrase to mean that I don’t have to give undue meaning to things other
Make a Visit to the WSO Part of Your Vacation Plans!
A visit to the Office, located at 1600 Corporate Landing Parkway in Virginia Beach, VA, always delivers: you will witness your contributions hard at work delivering the services families and friends of alcoholics
Al-Anon’s First Contact
In May of 1951, the first letter to the Al‑Anon Family Groups was written by Lois W. and Anne B. Below is a copy of the original correspondence. More information and interesting discussion
Doing for Me…
Upon leaving the World Service Conference my very first year as a Delegate, I felt a sense of gratitude and humility beyond description. Growing up in the family disease of alcoholism, I had
Last Call for Lower Registration Rates!
Important information and reminders! The lower registration rate of $165 (US) is good through May 31. The deadline to reserve a ticket to attend the Pioneer Luncheon is May 31. Space for 'Day
Where Can You Find Your Group WSO Identification Number?
Your group number is important because it’s a unique identifier. The WSO, Area, Al-Anon Information Services (AISs) and Districts use it to retrieve a group record to update the group information and