Considering Service? Updates on the At-Large Member Executive Committee Roles
Concept Eight reminds us that “the Board of Trustees delegates full responsibility for routine management of Al‑Anon Headquarters to its executive committees.” Recently, some members expressed confusion about the duties, qualifications, and responsibilities of
What Is “Equalized Expense”?
The term “Equalized Expense” first appeared in a 1960 letter from Sue L., Chairperson of the Conference Committee. Sue’s letter described how Delegate expenses to the first World Service Conference (WSC) in 1961
“Beyond the Group Level”—Clarifying Our World Service Application Language
Members know that in Al‑Anon we love our phrases and acronyms. One of the most familiar—the “Three Cs”—offers hope to newcomers as they learn, “We didn’t cause the disease of alcoholism, we cannot
If I Am Aware, I Am Responsible
Years ago, I decided to branch out and find an additional meeting to attend in the town where I lived. There were limited choices in this relatively small community, including a local meeting
Preserving Our Shared Journey: Archives and Digital Innovation in Al-Anon
Across the Al-Anon fellowship, archives play a vital role in preserving our shared history, wisdom, and growth. Whether meeting flyers, newsletters, or personal reflections, these materials tell the story of how members around
From Letters to Logins: WSO’s Role in Our Mobile App
As we celebrate 75 years of Al-Anon Family Groups, we honor the vision of Lois W. and Anne B. who founded the Clearing House in 1951 to share the collective wisdom of members