Introduction
One of the ways Step 12 can be put into action is to write! Did you know you can write for Al-Anon and Alateen? This service can provide important public outreach, as well.
Become a part of the service writing community!
Our Web Site
If you would like to:
- Contribute to or author a web page,
- Edit or Rewrite a page,
- Share an idea,
- See different links on a page,
- Share a layout idea,
please contact the Web Coordinator.
The Forum & WSO Publications
The Forum is a monthly magazine published by Al-Anon HQ (Al-Anon link) and they are always looking for submissions. Visit our Forum Sharings page and see almost 100 sharings that other members have submitted in previous months and years.
Share Your Story
Interested in sharing for The Forum or another WSO publication? Visit the WSO Member Website (External Link), go to "Publications" then "The Forum" for the submission page and you can submit online. It's that easy! They list other publications they are working on, including books and humor. (Log in with your group name and include "AFG" at the end.)
Public Outreach
Many people don't know about Al-Anon and Alateen. Consider contacting the Intergroup Board or a District Representative if you have ideas.
- Write for a local periodical.
- Write and send an Open Letter To A Professional.
Please contact us, as we may have ideas or suggestions on who to write, and we can coordinate efforts.
Guidelines
To get you thinking about writing for Al-Anon/Alateen, these two guidelines provide a good place to start:
- (G-32) Area Forum Coordinators (external link)
- "Area Forum Coordinators encourage groups and members to submit sharings to The Forum and to subscribe." (Remind your Group Representative that they are a Forum Representative. If you need help, please contact a District Representative or email web@texas-al-anon.org for more information.)
- (G-21) Guidelines for Newsletter Editors (external link)
- "A newsletter can be a key source of information, unity and harmony for a district, area, or information service."
Speaking
If you are here, you may want to consider Public Speaking. It can be a rewarding experience for everyone. There is a guideline (G1) Members Interested in Speaking, and Speaker Meetings in our area.