National Recovery Month Can Include Families In Recovery
Al-Anon2020-02-12T10:58:40-05:00National Recovery Month Can Include Families In Recovery In September, the US and Canada celebrate recovery at the national level by
Use of Drug Addiction in Public Outreach Materials
Al-Anon2021-04-13T09:27:24-04:00We are all messengers of Al-Anon’s purpose and have the responsibility to accurately communicate it to avoid confusion, misperception, or dilution of our program. The 2018 Membership Survey
Even Though My Husband Still Drinks
Al-Anon2019-08-28T10:05:09-04:00Like so many before me, I came to Al‑Anon in a desperate state. I needed help without even knowing it. My husband was in the hospital for the
Reach Out to Newcomers with an AFA Sharing
Al-Anon2019-08-27T14:37:15-04:00Your story can help a potential newcomer shift their thinking from, “Maybe there is a problem,” to, “I need help because there is too much drinking.” A story for
Maintain Your Anonymity on Social Media
Al-Anon2022-11-22T14:31:48-05:00According to social media research, nearly 3.5 billion people now use social media and are spending an average of nearly 2.5 hours every day on social networks. With stats
New Way to Designate “Closed” and “Open” Meetings
Al-Anon2023-04-28T09:22:08-04:00The Al-Anon Meeting Type designation, which previously referred to whether the meeting was open to visitors or closed to attendance by members only, often confused members and newcomers.
Fast Forward to September
Al-Anon2019-07-31T16:50:51-04:00When is a great time to share information about the Al-Anon program in order to help families and friends of alcoholics find us? September offers some definite advantages: Many
Welcoming Change—AFA 2019
Al-Anon2019-07-30T10:53:48-04:00I like consistency in my life. I don’t like surprises, such as when a favorite store of mine closes or when a nice neighbor moves away. However, my
“Keep It Simple”—the WSO’s New 2018 Membership Survey Summary
Al-Anon2019-07-03T11:40:16-04:00As a member, you may want to see how you can identify with the 13,305 members who participated in the WSO’s twelfth study. The Summary helps newcomers and
I Desperately Needed a Life Preserver
Al-Anon2020-04-13T14:17:23-04:00A number of years ago, I finally took the step to walk into a drug and alcohol counselor’s office. By the time I reached that office, it felt
“AFA” Magazine Now Shipped All Year!
Al-Anon2019-04-30T17:16:14-04:00The change in ordering process will help members distribute the magazines throughout the year. It will also make it possible for members to replenish supplies left at offices of professionals,
The Effects of the Family Disease of Alcoholism on Children
Al-Anon2019-04-03T14:22:25-04:00Sis Wenger, President/CEO of the National Association for Children of Addiction (NACoA), took time to share with the Al-Anon WSO her firsthand knowledge of the long-term effects of
Awareness of Alcoholism—Opening More Eyes in April
Al-Anon2019-02-26T11:41:55-05:00The literature table at my first Al‑Anon meeting immediately caught my attention. Suddenly, I had access to information about alcoholism and its effects on the families of alcoholics.
Thank You For Your Contribution
Al-Anon2019-02-26T09:37:03-05:00Thank you for your contribution! In keeping with our Seventh Tradition, Al‑Anon is supported by members’ contributions, which are used to meet expenses for worldwide services. Thanks to your generous
Executive Committee
Al-Anon2025-09-19T09:15:24-04:00Executive Committee Duties To approve the minutes and actions of the Finance Committee and accept the monthly, unaudited Financial StatementTo approve special projects