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September, 2025
Invite a Professional to Observe an Al-Anon Meeting
Is your Al-Anon group registered as a “Families, Friends, and Observers Welcome” meeting? If so, do you know anyone in the helping professions who might be interested in learning more about Al‑Anon Family Groups? Consider inviting them to attend an in-person or online meeting to experience the warmth and support we can provide their patients or clients. For more information, please visit al-anon.org/observers
Serve on a Local Public Outreach Committee: Share the Al-Anon Message
Getting involved in a Public Outreach Committee—at the group, District, Area, or World Service Office (WSO) level—is a powerful way to carry the message and enhance our recovery. When we get busy, we get better, and by participating in outreach projects we learn to not do things alone while fostering harmony and unity. By sharing our experience, strength, and hope, we make AlAnon and Alateen available to those in need. Join a committee and experience the joy of service. Check out the AlAnon/Alateen Public Outreach Service Guideline (G-10) at al-anon.org/guidelines to find out more.
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Regaining Trust with the Help of Al-Anon
Being affected by the disease of alcoholism, we may have sought to protect ourselves from disappointment by not trusting anyone, or we may have placed our full trust in our alcoholic loved ones, inevitably resulting in disappointment. September’s Member Blog topic is:
“How does Al-Anon help you work through trust issues?”
As always, you can also write about Al-Anon’s three Legacies. This month features Step Nine, Tradition Nine, and Concept Nine.
Please share with us at al-anon.org/member-blog
Sharings on the Member Blog may be used in future Al-Anon publications.
New topics are being added each month!
Road Trip! You and Your Board Connect
Whether you’re a local member or visiting from afar, join the Board of Trustees and At-Large members of the Executive Committee on October 25, 2025, at Road Trip! You and Your Board Connect in Omaha, Nebraska, USA, for a day of fellowship and excitement that you won’t want to miss! Secure your spot now for this day of engaging presentations, lively table topics, and a delicious lunch. Go to al-anon.org/roadtrip to register.
Al-Anon Cooperates with Addiction Professionals
Al-Anon recognizes the vital role of addiction professionals in addressing the impact of alcoholism on individuals and families. During National Recovery Month, observed each September in the US, and International Recovery Day, celebrated globally on September 30th, members are encouraged to share the Al-Anon message of hope and help with professionals who may encounter families impacted by alcoholism. Recognizing the role addiction professionals play in family recovery helps extend Al‑Anon’s reach. We are grateful for their dedication to supporting family recovery and the communities they serve.
Learn more by listening to podcast interviews with professionals at:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLE6_l09D0819-tFjY_e9FuZhiHz1Uhd8c&si=KlmWJ29Ro-d_WPpM
WSO’s Trilingual Annual Report Is Available
How is the World Service Office (WSO) sharing its message of help and hope? Read all about it in the 2024 World Service Office Annual Report, published simultaneously in English, French, and Spanish. The Annual Report provides insights into the work completed on behalf of the fellowship by the Board of Trustees, Executive Committee, At-Large committees, and WSO Staff throughout the year.
To view, go to al-anon.org/annual-report