In April 1961, at Al-Anon’s first World Service Conference, our Cofounder Lois W. introduced the idea of Conference Approved Literature (CAL). As Lois explained, it would serve the same purpose as the formation of

We are so excited to announce that Welcome, Newcomer! (eK-10) is now available in an electronic format. That’s right, now you can purchase Welcome, Newcomer! wherever you buy your eBooks. You can buy one for yourself or send a gift code or

The World Service Office (WSO) is pleased to announce the release and the YouTube Premiere of the 2021–2022 Al-Anon Public Service Announcements (PSAs). New this year is the Benefits of Al-Anon Recovery PSA. Please join us

In one year, over 50,000 members have joined the app, and approximately 2,700 have subscribed to Premium Content to enjoy exclusive Al‑Anon member sharings and support the efforts of the World Service Office (WSO)

I find that recovery from the effects of someone else’s alcoholism, as rewarding as it can be, can also be very hard work. That’s why I think it’s important to regularly acknowledge my

When I was a newcomer in Al‑Anon, safety in meetings meant many things to me, including serenity, anonymity, confidentiality, and acceptance. It meant serenity because the only time I experienced peace during the