2026 Summary of Member Responses
Session One
Hello ladies, the review and discussion of the first set of group conscience survey results has concluded.
Key Findings
- There is unanimous agreement that GROW possesses a clear purpose.
- The group is effectively carrying its message to others.
- The current turnover rate is not considered excessive by the participants
The next email will have the rest of the questions to be discussed/reviewed.
Thank you for being here,
Session Two
The second set of questions for the group conscience process has concluded. During this session, questions 5, 7, 8, and 11 were thoroughly reviewed and discussed by the group. The outcomes of the discussions for these questions are summarized below:
Question 5: Maintaining Member Anonymity
Question 5 focused on the importance of maintaining the anonymity of GROW members both within and outside the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).
Overall, participants felt that GROW is currently doing everything possible to preserve members’ anonymity. However, two main suggestions emerged from the discussion to further improve this effort:
- Implementing an annual roll call for GROW members.
- Adding a sentence to the sponsor list request letter to remind members that the sponsor list is intended only for AA women who are subscribed to GROW emails and are part of GROW.
Question 7- Sharing: Equal Opportunity and Support for Newcomers
Feedback from group members indicates that, overall, everyone is given an equal opportunity to participate and share within the group. Nevertheless, sharing experiences and struggles can be difficult for various reasons. To address these challenges and provide additional support to newcomers and those who may still be struggling, several options are under consideration. One suggestion is to host a newcomer-focused sharing session or make a specific announcement later in the week—or perhaps once a month—inviting members who are counting days to share their day count with the group. This approach aims to make it easier for new members to engage and share their progress.
Another idea involves renaming the temporary mentor role to “Newcomer Rep.” The Newcomer Rep would be responsible for reaching out to new members, or even to the entire group, to encourage individuals to share their day count, discuss any struggles they may be facing, or express what is on their hearts. This change is intended to foster a welcoming atmosphere and ensure newcomers feel supported and included.
Question 8-Holding Office and Volunteering: Challenges and Efforts
Members have expressed concerns about the difficulty in securing volunteers for service positions within GROW. This challenge is recognized as a widespread issue, not limited to GROW alone. The group continuously makes announcements and sends emails to individuals, requesting that they volunteer for service roles. Additionally, adjustments have been made to requirements for certain positions in an effort to encourage participation. Despite these ongoing efforts, volunteering remains an area of concern for most members.
Question 11-Consideration for All Members
Based on the comments received, members feel that everyone acts considerately toward one another. Furthermore, there is a system in place to address conflicts of interest whenever they arise, helping to maintain a respectful and harmonious environment within the group.