Resources for Group Representatives
The Al-Anon/Alateen Service Manual (pg 57) suggests the following duties for the Group Representative.Group Representative* (GR):GR Connection Handout
• Acts as liaison between the group and the District, and between the group and the Area Assembly.
• Becomes familiar with the current edition 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 projects.
• Encourages Alateen sponsorship in accordance with Area Alateen Safety and Behavioral Requirements.
• Serves as local representative of the appropriate Al‑Anon/ Alateen member magazine, The Forum, (Al‑Anon y Alateen en acción, or Le lien) by: Acquainting members with its usefulness, Suggesting personal subscriptions, Submitting group subscriptions to the WSO.
• Encouraging members to write articles.
• Is elected for a three‑year term.
• Encourages election of an Alternate GR*.
List of Al-Anon Acronyms
2025 GR Survey Results
