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September 18-20, 2026
SAVE THE DATE
Welcome to Tennessee Al-Anon and Alateen Family Groups
The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness and that changed attitudes can aid recovery.
What Is Al-Anon?
Al-Anon is not allied with any sect, denomination, political entity, organization, or institution: does not engage in any controversy: neither endorses nor opposes any cause. There are no dues for membership. Al-Anon is self-supporting through its own voluntary contributions.
Al-Anon has but one purpose: to help families of alcoholics. We do this by practicing the Twelve Steps, by welcoming and giving comfort to the families of alcoholics, and by giving understanding and encouragement to the alcoholic.
Suggested Al-Anon Preamble to the Twelve Steps
Reprinted with permission of Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc., Virginia Beach, VA.
Memphis Area Meetings
Middle TN Area Meetings
Knoxville Area Meetings
Chattanooga Area Meetings
Appalachian Highlands Meetings
Memphis Area AIS/LDC
PO Box 111283
Memphis, TN 38111-1283
Phone: 901 323-0321
www.memphisareaal-anon.org
Middle TN Al-Anon
530 26th Ave. North,
Nashville, TN 37209
Phone: 615 333-6066
www.middletnalanon.org
Knoxville Area District Al-Anon
P.O. Box 32332
Knoxville, TN 37930
Phone: 865 525-9040
www.knox-al-anon.org
Chattanooga - Hamilton County
Phone: 423 892-9462
www.al-anonchattanooga.com
Some vital links/resources from al-anon.org
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- Welcome Newcomers : al-anon.org/newcomers/
- PODCASTS: al-anon.org/newcomers/first-steps-al-anon-recovery/
- Sample chapters of CAL: al-anon.org/for-members/members-resources/literature/…
- Free downloadable options: al-anon.org/for-members/members-resources/literature/…
- Slogans page: al-anon.org/for-members/members-resources/literature/…
- Members Blog: al-anon.org/for-members/members-resources/member-blog which is also available for use for any Al-Anon meeting.
- The Forum magazine excerpts: “The Forum” Magazine Stories
- The 2020 Al-Anon Faces Alcoholism magazine: al-anon.org/for-members/members-resources/literature/…
- Safety in Al-Anon Meetings: Download Here
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News From The WSO (World Service Office)
Celebrating 75 Years of Hope and Healing!
This year marks a remarkable milestone—75 years of Al-Anon Family Groups offering help and hope to those affected by someone else’s drinking.
As we reflect on this legacy, we invite you to share your own message of congratulations. Please post your tribute, memory, or words of appreciation on our Member Blog.
As always, you can also write about Al-Anon’s three Legacies. This month features Step Three, Tradition Three, and Concept Three.
Please share with us at al-anon.org/member-blog
Sharings on the Member Blog may be used in future Al-Anon publications.
New topics are being added each month!
Celebrate Al-Anon’s Legacy with Lois W. & the Pioneers!
Step into the heart of Al-Anon’s history with two powerful films now available for online streaming! Lois’s Story (AV-1) and Lois W. & the Pioneers (AV-24) bring to life the voices and vision of Al-Anon’s Cofounder and its trailblazing pioneers. For just $25, you can rent each film for seven days via “Vimeo on Demand,” which makes it perfect for group gatherings, District events, or Area celebrations. Want to make it extra special? Invite Lois W. to “join” your meeting by streaming her story with the fellowship!
Go to al-anon.org/archives and click Historical Films for more information. DVDs are available to rent through the World Service Office, and you can also listen to a rare audio interview featuring Lois and other early leaders at Al-Anon.org/lois-interview
Let’s gather and watch in gratitude for the foundation of hope and the enduring legacy of service that continues to inspire us today!
2026 World Service Conference Mail
Al-Anon’s 66th World Service Conference will convene in Newport News, Virginia, USA, from April 20 to April 24, 2026. The Conference, Al-Anon’s annual business meeting, provides guidance to the World Service Office (WSO) on service matters that are brought to its attention.
Delegates and other trusted servants enjoy receiving mail from members and groups in their Areas while they are at the Conference. We invite you to send cards and notes of support to Conference members. We ask that members and groups refrain from mailing boxes, packages, or large envelopes (love gifts) to the hotel as Conference members who wish to share love gifts with other attendees will be limited to what they can carry with them to and from Conference.
Irene F. (Hold for WSC 4/20-4/24, 2026 )
Newport News Marriott at City Center
740 Town Center Dr.
Newport News, VA 23606
Please plan to have your mail arrive after April 17. Remember to use your trusted servant’s name and home address as the return address in case mail delivery is delayed.
RIASA 2025—Fostering Unity and Service
In October 2025, the “Reunion Iberoamerica De Servicios Al-Anon” (RIASA) was held virtually over two days. The theme was “El Fruto Del Amor Es El Servicio En La Unidad” (The Fruit of Love Is Service in Unity). Fifteen structures from Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries came together to share their voices, experiences, and hope to foster unity and service across their communities. Uruguay served as the host country for this 12th RIASA.
Extensive collaboration took place before the meeting, resulting in a 210-page binder that included details about each structure, their activities, and presentations. The World Service Office (WSO) was invited to attend and participate, share updates on recent activities, and be available to answer questions.
Topics included:
- History of RIASA
- Future of RIASA
- Public Outreach & Social Media
- Service: Part of Recovery
- Alateen
- Availability of Conference Approved Literature
The host country shared, “We discover that cooperation has no limits and that our true strength lies in unity. We have worked with the common purpose of helping, strengthening, and mentoring one another, knowing that together we can carry the message of hope to every corner of the world.”
Throughout the event, participants demonstrated a strong willingness to participate in service and to carry the message, showcasing unity in abundance and reinforcing that we are not alone.
