Statement of Purpose
Al-Anon's Suggested Preamble to the Twelve Steps

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.

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 families of alcoholics, and by giving understanding and encouragement to the alcoholic.

Help is here for the asking. Please take a moment to ask yourself these questions: "Are You Troubled By Someone's Drinking?" or "Did You Grow Up With A Problem Drinker?"

If you identify with some of these statements, it is important to know that help and hope for friends and families of alcoholics is just a phone call away. 

You can contact your nearest Al-Anon office or the Australian General Service Office for meeting details & other information. 

AGSO: Telephone: 03 9620 2166 

                        (International + 61 3 9620 2166) 
                        GPO Box 1002 Melbourne VIC 3001 
                        Fax: 03 9620 2199
                        Email agso@alphalink.com.au