Volunteers are the backbone of Al-Anon, and MAIS recognizes the enormous value that everyone who volunteers brings. Whether you have a few hours to spare each week or can dedicate more time, your service contribution can make a significant difference in the lives of those Al-Anon serves.

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Why Volunteer?

1. MAIS service volunteers directly contribute to our mission. 

2. Volunteering is an opportunity to connect with other Al-Anon members who share a passion for helping others who have been affected by someone else's drinking.

3. Engaging in volunteer activities may enhance personal growth in Al-Anon.

4. “Participation is the key to harmony.”-Concept 4:  Building relationships with other Al-Anon members can create a sense of fellowship.

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We currently have several open positions:

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MAIS Public Outreach Chair:

 

• Assists groups and districts in providing Al-Anon/Alateen information to the public and the professional community.

• Receives calls and mail related to public outreach and Alateen activities and channels them through the appropriate district or group.   

• Responsible for TV and radio announcements and other “attraction” methods.

• Initiates and develops Public Information projects in conjunction with the Area Public Outreach Coordinator.

• Maintains an Al-Anon/Alateen speaker list for use in metro Atlanta.

• Coordinates activities with the Georgia Area Public Outreach Coordinator and Georgia Area Alateen Coordinator.

• Lends aid to any Alateen Group as requested and encourages Alateen participation in MAIS.   

• Submits reports at all MAIS meetings and in the CenterPoint.

•  Coordinates outreach efforts among MAIS groups, districts, and public institutions.

•  Helps the District Representatives set up new institutional groups and/or new groups that meet in institutions.

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​Secretary:

• Takes minutes of all meetings and maintains a permanent file.

• Maintains an ongoing list by date of all motions voted on and passed for ready reference.

• Serves on the Executive Committee and Board of MAIS.!!

• Compiles historical records of MAIS and collects artifacts and records for scrapbook and/or other receptacles.

• Coordinates efforts with Area Archivist.

• Submits reports at all MAIS meetings and in the CenterPoint. 

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MAIS Area Liaison:

• Represents MAIS at Area Assemblies and at the Area World Service Committee (AWSC) meetings as a liaison to the Area. (MAIS Liaison has voice and vote in the committee).

• Reports on MAIS at Area Assembly and AWSC, and on Area Assembly and AWSC at all MAIS meetings.

• The position is not open to dual members of AA and Al-Anon.

• The MAIS Liaison’s expenses to attend Georgia Area Assembly and AWSC will be paid for by MAIS

• Submits reports at all MAIS meetings and in the CenterPoint​

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CenterPoint Editor:

• Publishes and distributes the CenterPoint.

• Solicits newsletter material.

• Sits on MAIS Board as a reporter but may be authorized to break a tie vote when such an occasion arises.

• Submits reports at all MAIS meetings

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Anniversary Chair:

   ● Is the head of the MAIS anniversary celebration committee.

   ● This position is appointed by the MAIS Chair.

   ● Submits reports at all MAIS meetings and in the CenterPoint

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If you are interested in these volunteer positions, or another one when one becomes available, please email atlmaisoffice@gmail.com.

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Thank you for considering an Al-Anon service opportunity.