Where is Al-Anon headquarters?

Virginia, United States
Al-Anon/Alateen/Headquarters

What is the difference between Al-Anon and Alateen?

Al‑Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking. Alateen, a part of the Al-Anon Family Groups, is a fellowship of young people (mostly teenagers) whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking whether they are in your life drinking or not.

Is Al-Anon International?

The International Al-Anon General Services Meeting (IAGSM) is a biennial service meeting for General Service Offices/national service structures. The purpose of the IAGSM is to share the experience of Al-Anon national services around the world through its Delegates.

How do I contact Al-Anon?

Al-Anon Family Groups Northern NSW Area:

  1. Office Address: Room 9, 49 Annie Street, Wickham NSW 2293.
  2. Office hours: Thursday:2.30pm to 3.30pm. For visits on other days please email: [email protected] to arrange a time.
  3. Telephone: 1300 252 666 (for the cost of a local call)
  4. Email: [email protected].

What is the purpose of Al-Anon?

The Purpose of Al-Anon Meetings Al-Anon has but one purpose: to help families of alcoholics. Al-Anon practices the Twelve Steps by welcoming and giving comfort to families of those struggling with alcohol abuse and by giving understanding and encouragement to the alcoholic.

Who is the founder of Al-Anon?

Lois W.
Anne B.
Al-Anon/Alateen/Founders

How many Al-Anon groups are there worldwide?

24,000 Al
Currently, there are over 24,000 Al‑Anon groups and nearly 1,500 Alateen groups meeting in 118 countries.

How to contact Al Anon Family Group in Canada?

To make changes or to register a group, contact [email protected] or WSO group records page If you are interested in getting more information about Al-Anon for your organization or having Al-Anon participate in your event please contact our Public Outreach Coordinator via email. Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters (Canada) Inc.

Where can I find an Al Anon meeting?

Drop in and say hi, we can talk about how to get to a meeting and answer any questions about what Al-Anon is about. For information on those groups that are meetings face to face, please call an Area Information Services number above or use [email protected] or contact World Service Office ( Find a meeting) for the most up to date list.

What does Al-Anon mean in relation to alcoholism?

Al-Anon is… 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.