Who’s Ready for Some Outreach?

Whether you’re new to service, looking for fresh outreach ideas, or interested in sharing Al‑Anon online or in your community, the Public Outreach (PO) Toolkit on al‑anon.org can help. Explore proven outreach projects from across the fellowship submitted by members, groups, and service arms.

The PO Toolkit contains the best projects from the former service tool Best of Public Outreach, and it will continue to grow and evolve as members like you submit your own successful outreach projects. 

New Look, Fresh Content—Enduring Message of Help and Hope

A brand‑new edition of Al‑Anon Faces Alcoholism (AFAM) is here, but its heart remains the same. Meaningful member sharings and insightful professional articles introduce potential newcomers to Al‑Anon and Alateen.

Designed for effective public outreach, Al‑Anon Faces Alcoholism helps professionals guide clients and patients affected by another’s alcoholism to find support and recovery in Al‑Anon Family Groups. You can help carry the message by purchasing copies to share within your community and with professionals for referral.

Anonymous Members, Visible Program 

Members are anonymous—but the program is not. Al‑Anon maintains a public presence through websites, meeting listings, literature, phone lines, and service offices so newcomers can find hope and support.

Learn how Traditions Eleven and Twelve help guide public outreach, media participation, and service efforts while protecting members’ personal anonymity.

Updating Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism: A Journey of Renewal

“What if one simple magazine could create the moment someone begins to feel hope again—to realize they are not alone? For those of us serving as World Service Office (WSO) Staff, this question reflects the heart of our work. Our personal recovery remains closely connected to our daily responsibilities…”

Extending a Warm Welcome to Student Observers 

Welcoming students (professionals in training) helps extend Al‑Anon’s message of hope beyond our rooms. Observers come to learn without judgment, while respecting anonymity and confidentiality.

A warm welcome, a brief explanation of our Traditions, and clear boundaries help keep meetings safe while putting Al‑Anon principles into action. By opening our meetings with care, we invite others to understand how Al‑Anon and Alateen support the families and friends of alcoholics—and the shared path of recovery. 

Public Outreach DVD – Designed to Meet Your Audience Where They Are 

The Al‑Anon and Alateen’s Role in Family Recovery (AV‑31) public outreach DVD raises awareness of how Al‑Anon and Alateen support families and friends affected by someone else’s drinking. Featuring interviews with adult and teen members as well as professionals, the DVD helps audiences better understand the impact of family recovery and the hope available through Al‑Anon and Alateen. 

Visit our playlist to see sample videos you can share to help carry the message.

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