Al-Anon Members Involved in Alateen Service — better known by their acronym AMIAS — are members of Al-Anon who provide guidance and support to Alateens at meetings and events.
Every Alateen meeting requires the presence of at least two AMIAS. AMIAS are required to have two years in Al-Anon, required to take a three-hour training class every two years, and pass a background check every year.
WA Area Safety Requirements for Events
The Alateen Safety Requirements at Events Form and the Alateen Transportation Slip are for the common welfare of both Alateen and Al-Anon members.
The Alateen Sponsor Training And Recovery (ASTAR) event is a weekend of growth, training, and mutual support for our Al-Anon Members Involved in Alateen Service (AMIAS) or any member interested in learning more about Alateen service.
Usually held in mid-April, it is an opportunity for AMIAS from around the Area to gather and share their experience, strength, and hope in working with teens.
It is also an excellent opportunity to obtain or renew their AMIAS certification. Experienced AMIAS may also train to become AMIAS trainers at ASTAR. It is highly recommended that District Representatives and/or District Alateen Coordinators attend ASTAR.
The Washington Area Alateen Conference (WAAC) is a fun weekend of recovery for our Alateens. WAAC generally takes place on the third weekend of July.
Our Alateens plan the event in conjunction with “counterpart” AMIAS. The teens lead recovery-based workshops and games, while the AMIAS watch from the sidelines and offer advice and guidance as needed.
Contributions to ASTAR and WAAC can be made on our 7th Tradition Contributions page.
