" Detachment is neither kind nor unkind. It does not imply judgement or condemnation of the person or situation from which we are detaching. Separating ourselves from the adverse effects of another person’s alcoholism can be a means of detaching: this does not necessarily require physical separation. Detachment can help us look at our situations realistically and objectively."
Detachment (S-19)
Reprinted with permission of Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc., Virginia Beach, VA
Service is a relevant topic for our next meeting as crucial service positions are currently vacant (AIS Secretary & AIS Treasurer). We are also discussing potential changes to the way we sell literature at conventions. Everyone is welcome to attend, even curious newcomers! Please send an email to alanonnetherlands@gmail.com for meeting access information.
Get further information about participating in service within AIS here.
AIS is looking for volunteers for the following service positions in order to remain self-sufficient from August 2026:
Secretary
Treasurer
The Al-Anon Information Service (AIS) serves English-speaking Al-Anon in The Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg by providing meeting and convention information. It also serves as a literature distribution centre for the English-speaking Al-Anon Family Groups in the area.
For more information about these service positions click here or send a mail to alanonnetherlands@gmail.com
Currently, there is room availability in Leiden, NL, near the University. We are looking for Al-Anon members wishing to start a meeting there.
If interested, send a mail to alanonnetherlands@gmail.com