Al-Anon Terms Defined

Here is a list of some of the commonly used Al-Anon terms, and their definitions, that you might hear at meetings and in discussions with other Al-Anon members.

• Al-Anon Personal Sponsor
  A Sponsor someone with whom a member can work the 12 steps and confidentially discuss personal problems or questions and someone who willingly shares the experience, strength, and hope of the Al-Anon program.
  
  
• Service Sponsor
  A Service Sponsor guides a member in applying the Traditions and Concepts of Service and shares experience, strength, and hope while giving service to Al-Anon.
  
  
• Al-Anon Member Involved in Alateen Service
  This is an an Al-Anon member who is currently certified through their Area Alateen process and is therefore eligible to be directly responsible for Alateens while being of service to Alateen, including service as an instant or temporary Alateen Group Sponsor.
  
  

Source: 2006-2009 Al-Anon/Alateen Service Manual