Group Representative

The Group Representative (GR) is a vital link in the continuing function, growth, and unity of worldwide Al-Anon. GRs should be members with experience, stability, and an understanding of the Traditions and how they work as applied in the Al-Anon/Alateen Service Manual (P-24/27).

Any Al-Anon or Alateen member with a willingness to represent the group at the district meeting and Area Assembly in order to carry the message of Al-Anon’s/Alateen’s group conscience, and who is not also a member of A.A., is eligible to serve as GR. A GR should have a basic knowledge of Al-Anon and Alateen Traditions and Concepts of Service and how they are applied in our groups.

To register as a Group Representative for your group, submit a Group Records Change to the Area Group Records Coordinator. 

Duties

  • Attends district meetings and Area Assemblies and reports back to the group; votes on behalf of the group.
  • Can bring the group’s viewpoint on any situation or problem to the attention of the District Representative (DR).
  • Keeps members informed about information from the dis-trict, Assembly, Area Delegate, World Service Conference (WSC), and the World Service Office (WSO).
  • Works with the group Current Mailing Address (CMA) to share the monthly Group e-News (electronic newsletter for groups) with group members.
  • Encourages members to subscribe to and submit articles for The Forum, Al-Anon’s monthly magazine.
  • Suggests participation in Public Outreach and Alateen service projects.
  • Informs members of the need for Alateen Group Sponsors. Becomes familiar with the Area process for certification of Al-Anon Members Involved in Alateen Service (AMIAS).
  • Keeps the Alternate GR informed to ensure the group is represented if unable to attend district and Area Assembly meetings.
  • Assists the Alternate GR in serving as the Al-Anon Information Service Representative (ISR).
  • Explains the need for self-support in the group, district, Area, Al-Anon Information Service (AIS), and World Service Office.
  • Encourages group contributions to our service arms in keeping with Tradition Seven.
  • Consults with a Service Sponsor or other trusted servants.

Important Links

These are some of the important links you will use during your service:

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