
Reach Out to Newcomers with an AFA Sharing
Your 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 families of alcoholics can be
Maintain Your Anonymity on Social Media
According 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 like those, it’s no wonder
WSO’s Annual Report Is Now Trilingual!
As part of the AFG, Inc. Strategic Plan’s 2019 Member Strategy to enhance trilingual communication, the Staff is excited to provide you with the 2018 World Service Office Annual Report in English, Spanish,
What’s Al-Anon?
The name Al-Anon is often confusing to the public, professionals, and families of alcoholics. They usually ask: “I’ve heard of A.A., but what is Al-Anon?” and, “Does it help?” The Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism
New Way to Designate “Closed” and “Open” Meetings
The 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. It has been replaced by
Fast Forward to September
When 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 people, including professionals, have returned