“What I like about being a GR is being able to pass information from our group to the district, and take information from WSO, NCWSA, and the district back to the group. I’m not in charge, just an information passer.” Kay B.
A Group Representative (GR) is an Al-Anon/Alateen member who represents the group at District Meetings and the Area Assembly where the groups share information and vote on important issues. The GR then brings that information back to the group.
Becoming a GR is a wonderful way to enhance your own growth and meet others who have experienced recovery on a different level.
GR Guidelines
- Elected for a three-year term
- Acts as liaison between the group and the district and between the group and the Assembly
- Attends District Meetings and Area Assemblies
- Familiarizes themselves with the current copy of the Al-Anon/Alateen Service manual (P-24-27) and encourages its use among group members
- Works through the district in helping to initiate Public Outreach (Cooperating with the Professional Community, Public Information, and Institutions) work
- Encourages Alateen sponsorship in accordance with Area Safety and Behavioral Requirements
- Encourages election of an Alternate GR
- Cannot be a member of A.A.
Serves as local representative of the Al-Anon /Alateen magazine, The Forum, by:
- Acquainting members with its usefulness
- Suggesting personal subscriptions and submitting group subscriptions
- Encouraging members to write articles
There’s more information about being a GR in the guidelines from Al-Anon World Service.