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Generated by All in One SEO Pro v4.9.6.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (S.L.A.A.) Fellowship-Wide Services (F.W.S.) ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://slaafws.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Sponsorship Workshop](https://slaafws.org/sponsorship-workshop/) - Sponsorship Workshop Playlist 8 Videos Sponsorship Workshop - 1 18:13 Sponsorship Workshop - 2 08:12 Sponsorship Workshop - 3 32:44 Sponsorship Workshop - 4 23:32 Sponsorship Workshop - 5 32:29 Sponsorship Workshop - 6 14:23 Sponsorship Workshop - 7 25:15 Sponsorship Workshop - 8 21:14 Tags: Sponsorship - [S.L.A.A. Copyright Information](https://slaafws.org/copyright/) - What is a Copyright? Copyright is a type of intellectual property that gives its owner the exclusive right to make copies of a creative work, usually for a limited time. The creative work may be in a literary, artistic, educational, or musical form. Who owns the Copyright? The Augustine Fellowship, S.L.A.A., Fellowship-Wide Services, Inc. Is - [COVID-19 Meeting Change/Closure Form](https://slaafws.org/covid-19-meeting-change/) ## Pages - [You are not alone.](https://slaafws.org/) - Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous is a Twelve Step, Twelve Tradition-oriented fellowship based on the model pioneered by Alcoholics Anonymous. The only qualification for S.L.A.A. membership is a desire to stop living out a pattern of sex and love addiction. S.L.A.A. is supported entirely through the contributions of its membership and is free to all who need it. - [Intellectual Property: Frequently Asked Questions](https://slaafws.org/intellectual-property-frequently-asked-questions/) - General Copyright Questions Who owns the copyright on S.L.A.A. literature? The Augustine Fellowship, S.L.A.A., Fellowship-Wide Services, Inc. (F.W.S.) owns the copyright on all S.L.A.A. Works of Authorship. This includes the Basic Text, all Conference-approved pamphlets and literature, the Core Documents, the Journal, the Newsletter, the Welcome Packet, and website publications. Copyright protection is automatic and - [I'm a Newcomer, Is S.L.A.A. For Me?](https://slaafws.org/newcomers/) - Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous, or S.L.A.A., is a program for anyone who suffers from an addictive compulsion to engage in or avoid sex, love, or emotional attachment. We use the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous to recover from these compulsions. We are united in a common focus: dealing with our - [S.L.A.A. Member Survey 2025 - Results](https://slaafws.org/s2025r/) - Since 1989, S.L.A.A. Fellowship-Wide Services (F.W.S.) has conducted a series of membership surveys designed to better understand the fellowship and its evolving needs. These surveys serve as a cross section of members’ demographics, experiences with the program, sobriety, sponsorship, and the impact of S.L.A.A. on their lives. The 2025 Survey was opened for member responses - [ABM Record Keeper Information](https://slaafws.org/abm-record-keeper-information/) - The Board ABM Planning Committee (BABMPC) wants to hear from members who wish to be considered for the Recordkeeper role at the 2026 Virtual ABC/M.The recordkeeper must:Attend all General Assembly sessions held during the four-day event (August 6th to 9th).Write and submit a first draft of Minutes in Word format as outlined in the attached - [Professional Outreach](https://slaafws.org/professional-outreach/) - Dear Professional, Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (S.L.A.A.) is a twelve-step fellowship for individuals seeking recovery from sex and love addiction. Many kinds of inappropriate sexual and relational behaviors manifest as a form of addiction, which means people find it difficult to stop, despite the negative impact. The following behaviors may be considered manifestations of - [Board of Trustees - Meeting Minutes](https://slaafws.org/botminutes/) - [S.L.A.A. Events Calendar](https://slaafws.org/events/) - Post a New S.L.A.A. Event Category: Discussion Free Parking Handicapped Accessible Multiple Days One Day Refreshments Retreat Social Activity Speakers Workshop Event Format: Event Format In-Person Date: Select MonthJanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecemberSelect Year2026 Time: Monthly Tile May 2026June SUMOTUWETHFRSA 26272829301234567891011121314151617SLAA Fantasy Addiction Workshop Series SLAA Fantasy Addiction Workshop Series 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm HELP raise US$2000 to - [Contributions to Fellowship-Wide Services](https://slaafws.org/donate/) - Giving Options: One Time Contributions GIVE ONE TIME 1976 Campaign Monthly Giving 1976 CAMPAIGN Giving Resources & Pamphlets:1976 Two-Sided Printable Flyer >Why Support F.W.S.? >Supporting S.L.A.A. the 60/40 Way >You can make contributions (checks and money orders only) by mail, payable to:The Augustine Fellowship2411 NE Loop 410, Suite 122San Antonio TX 78217, USAYou can make contributions by phone:1-210-828-7900 - [theJournal Issue Archive](https://slaafws.org/thejournal-issue-archive/) - Audio issues only Issue # Issue Title / Theme Release Date PDF Audio 219 Issue #219: Fantasy April 2026 📄 View PDF — 218 Issue #218: Recovery from BDSM February 2026 📄 View PDF — 217 Issue #217: Stalking November 2025 📄 View PDF 🎧 Listen 216 Issue #216: Codependency September 2025 📄 View PDF - [theJournal Magazine](https://slaafws.org/thejournal/) - SUBSCRIBE Get theJournal Delivered to your Home! Write Contribute articles for theJournal! Answer Question of the Day Listen Free Streaming of Audio Issues! Connect Contact the Journal Editor or the CJC! theJournal Latest Issue Issue 219: Fantasy What’s InsideFinding Reality: Hope for the NewcomerThe Fantasy Inventory that Changed My LifeWelcome to WestWorld: Live Without LimitsOne - [BOT Meeting Minutes](https://slaafws.org/bot/botminutesold/) - 2025 BOT MeetingsOctober 4September 20 August 10 Special Meeting (ABM)August 2 Interim MeetingJuly 19 Special MeetingJuly 5June 21 Special MeetingJune 7May 17 Special MeetingMay 3April 19 Special MeetingApril 5MarchFebruaryJanuary2024 BOT MeetingsThese files are provided in their original Microsoft Word .doc format. You will need Microsoft Word or a compatible reader such as the free Open Office to view - [S.L.A.A. Member Surveys](https://slaafws.org/surveys/) - Since 1989, S.L.A.A. Fellowship-Wide Services (F.W.S.) has conducted a series of membership surveys designed to better understand the fellowship and its evolving needs. These surveys have gathered information about members’ demographics, experiences with the program, sobriety, sponsorship, and the impact of S.L.A.A. on their lives. Surveys play a vital role in shaping the future direction - [S.L.A.A. Bundle Proposals](https://slaafws.org/bundle-proposal/) - Bundle Proposal Process Bundle Proposal Form Bundle Proposal Process Detailed Process Detailed Process The Process Visualized Flow Chart Bundle Proposal Process Flowchart showing the full lifecycle from submission to B.O.T. decision Reject Amendments Requested Accept without amendment ↓ Proposer Accepts Proposer Rejects Accept Unamended Reject Unamended B.O.T. Rejects B.O.T. Approves Overrules Price START 1. Bundle - [Intergroups](https://slaafws.org/meeting-management/intergroups/) - Intergroups are the link between Groups and the S.L.A.A. Fellowship as a whole. Generally, any two or more Groups in an area may form an Intergroup and work together to assist the Groups represented. If there is only one Group, that Group may function as an Intergroup as outlined in Article IV, Section 1b of - [Board Committees](https://slaafws.org/board-committees/) - Non-Board Members on Board Committees The Board of Trustees appoints its own members to committees. S.LA.A. members who are not BOT members and have six months of continuous sobriety are invited to apply by clicking here. - [Conference Committees](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/) - Schedule of Conference Committee Meeting Times CAC Conference Anorexia Committee Carries the message to the S.L.A.A. community that sexual, social, and emotional anorexia can be an inherent part of sex and love addiction, and encourages integrating this idea into all areas of the Fellowship and its literature. 👤 Chair: Julie W. 🔗 Board Liaison: Rotating - [Annual Business Conference/Meeting](https://slaafws.org/abminfo/) - Information about the Annual Business Meeting has moved to https://abm.slaafws.org. Tags: ABM - [Helstu rit S.L.A.A.](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/icelandic/) - English Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska S.L.A.A. er félagsskapur byggður á grunni tólf reynsluspora og tólf erfðavenja AA-samtakanna. Eina skilyrðið fyrir þátttöku í S.L.A.A. er löngun til að losna undan áþján ástar- og kynlífsfíknar.Kjarniútgáfur S.L.A.A. - [SLAA:s huvuddokument](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/swedish/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska Anonyma sex- och kärleksberoende (SLAA) är en tolvstegs- och tolvtraditionsinriktad gemenskap baserad på Anonyma Alkoholisters program. Det enda kravet för medlemskap är en önskan att sluta leva ut ett - [SLAAs kjernedokumenter](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/norwegian/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska SLAA er et 12-trinns- og 12-tradisjons-rettet fellesskap basert på Anonyme Alkoholikeres modell. Det eneste kravet for medlemsskap i SLAA er et ønske om å slutte å leve ut - [SLAA's kernedokumenter](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/danish/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska Anonyme sex og kærlighedsafhængige (SLAA) er et fællesskab baseret på AA’s 12 trin og 12 traditioner. Det eneste, der kræves for at blive medlem, er et ønske om - [Kerndocumenten van S.L.A.A.](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/dutch/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska Anonieme seks- en liefdeverslaafden (S.L.A.A.) is een op de Twaalf Stappen en Twaalf Tradities georiënteerde gemeenschap, gebaseerd op het model dat door Anonieme Alcoholisten (A.A.) is ontwikkeld. Het - [S.L.A.A.的个核心文件翻](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/chinesesim/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska 性与恋爱上瘾者互助协会（S.L.A.A）是一个由嗜酒者互助协会延伸发展出来的12步骤、12传统的团体组织，入会的唯一条件就是渴望停止对性与爱上瘾的行为模式。这些核心文件构成了性爱成瘾匿名互助会（S.L.A.A.）康复计划的基础，并为摆脱性爱成瘾以及/或以任何语言开展 S.L.A.A. 会议提供必要信息。翻译 S.L.A.A. 核心文件并启动康复计划的优先顺序如下：12步骤12传统12概念性与恋爱匿名互助会（S.L.A.A）序言性与恋爱上瘾的特征性与恋爱上瘾自我检测的40个问题康复迹象与媒体打交道的12个建议方针请浏览 SLAA China www.slaachina.org网站获得更多信息如果你发现了翻译错误或是想要改善翻译，请联络会议翻译及国际外联委员会(CTIOC) https://slaafws.org/committee/ctioc 或是F.W.S.办公室Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous – Fellowship-Wide Services2411 NE Loop 410, Suite 122San Antonio TX 78217 United StatesTel: +1 210 - [نشریه اصلی S.L.A.A.](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/persian/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska انجمن معتادان سکس و عشق گمنام (S.L.A.A.), دوازده قدم ودوازده سنتی است که بر اساس مدل اولیه الکلی های گمنام میاشد. تنها لازمه یعضویت تمایل به متوقف کردن - [المنشورات الأساسية لجمعية مدمني الجنس المجهولين.](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/arabic/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska م.ح.ج.م (مدمنى حب و جنس مجهولين )هى زمالة 12 خطوة و12 تقليد تعتمد على النموذج الرائد لمدمنى الكحول المجهولينإن المطلب الوحيد للإلتحاق بالزمالة هو الرغبة فى التوقف عن - [歡迎](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/chinese/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska S.L.A.A是一個12步驟12傳統的組織，它是以戒酒無名會為模型而延伸出來的。參加這個團體的唯一條件，就是想要停止對性與愛上癮的行為模式。為了讓英文不是第一語言的會員能夠在世界各地傳遞這些訊息，所以我們在F.W.S.網站中建立了這個多語版網頁。這些SLAA核心文件為理解SLAA項目、基本了解性愛成癮的康復過程以及以任何語言開始SLAA會議奠定了基礎。SLAA核心文件的翻譯版本以及開始此復健項目的步驟如下：12步驟12傳統性與愛無名會序言性與愛上癮症的12的特徵四十個自我檢測性與愛上癮症的問題12個復原跡象12個與媒體互動的建議方針在網站中[www.slaachina.org]按鈕的[繁體中文]中可以找到更多資訊如果你在網站上發現錯誤，或是想要改善翻譯，請聯絡網站上的翻譯會議委員會(CTC) https://slaafws.org/committee/ctioc 或是F.W.S.辦公室 https://slaafws.org/contact 或是親自拜訪+1 210 828-7900/+1 210 828-7922 (Fax) or2411 NE Loop 410, Suite 122San Antonio, TX 78217 USA注意: 所有性與愛上瘾無名會(SLAA)會議核准與草案文件均 被著作權法保護。因此,請在翻譯與發布任何文件前,確認有獲得奧斯汀支持團體-性與愛上瘾無名會-支持團體服務的書面核准。請 閱讀以下文章了解如何獲得翻譯的核准權,網 址爲http://tinyurl.com/translateguide若 要咨詢關于著作權的議題信息,網 址爲https://slaafws.org/property Tags: 8 - [ברוכים הבאים](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/hebrew/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska אס-אל-איי-איי היא חברותא של שנים-עשר הצעדים ושתים-עשרה המסורות המבוססת על המודל החלוצי של אלכוהוליסטים אנונימיים. הדרישה היחידה לחברות היא הרצון להפסיק לחיות דפוס של התמכרות למין ואהבה. כדי - [основних документів СЛАА](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/ukranian/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska Анонімні залежні від сексу та любові – це спільнота орієнтована на дванадцять кроків та дванадцять традицій на основі моделі вперше прийнятій Анонімними Алкоголіками. Єдиною умовою для членства в - [Основных Документов](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/russian/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska S.L.A.A. – это Сообщество Двенадцати Шагов, Двенадцати Традиций, основанных на модели, впервые введенной Анонимными Алкоголиками. Единственное требование для членства – желание прекратить повторяющиеся действия зависимости от секса и - [Temel Belgesi](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/turkish/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska Adsız Seks ve Aşk Bağımlıları (A.S.A.B.), Adsız Alkolikler tarafından öncülük edilen modele dayanan bir On İki Adım/On İki Gelenek destek grubudur. Üyelik için tek şart, seks ve aşk - [Głównych Dokumentów S.L.A.A.](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/polish/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska Anonimowi Uzależnieni od Seksu i Miłości (Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous) są wspólnotą opartą na pionierskim modelu Anonimowych Alkoholików – programie Dwunastu Kroków i Dwunastu Tradycji. Jedynym wymogiem - [SLAA Alapdokumentuma](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/hungarian/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska Az SLAA egy olyan közösség, amely a Tizenkét Lépésen és a Tizenkét Hagyományon alapul, és az Anonim Alkoholisták mintájára épül. A tagság egyetlen feltétele a vágy, hogy abbahagyjuk - [Kerndokumente von S.L.A.A.](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/german/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska Anonyme Sex- und Liebessüchtige sind eine Gemeinschaft im Programm der Zwölf Schritte und der Zwölf Traditionen nach dem Vorbild der Anonymen Alkoholiker. Die einzige Voraussetzung für die Zugehörigkeit - [Free S.L.A.A. Outreach Materials](https://slaafws.org/outreach/) - All documents are in PDF format. Get Adobe Reader to view them. Free Pamphlets Supporting S.L.A.A. the 60/40 Way Addicted to Sex? Addict to Love? Become a Super Service Star For the Professional8.5" x 14" 8.5" x 11" 12 Recommended Guidelines for Dealing with the Media Is it Really Necessary? Literatura en Español Gratis Aplican - [Documentos Básicos de D.A.S.A.](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/portuguese/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska Dependentes de Amor e Sexo Anônimos (D.A.S.A.) é uma irmandade orientada pelos Doze Passos e Doze Tradições, baseada no modelo pioneiro de Alcoólicos Anônimos. O único requisito para - [S.L.A.A.のつのコア・ドキュメント](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/japanese/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska S.L.A.A.は、アルコホーリクス・アノニマスによって提唱されたモデルに基づいた「12のステップ」と「12の伝統」によるフェローシップです。S.L.A.A.のメンバーになるために必要なのは、セックスと恋愛/愛情の依存症のパターンを生きることをやめたいという願いだけです。S.L.A.A.のつのコア・ドキュメントは、S.L.A.A.プログラムの基礎を提供し、基本的な情報を提供することによって、どのような言語においても、セックスと恋愛/愛情の依存症から回復し、S.L.A.A.のミーティングを開始できるようにするものです。S.L.A.A.のつのコア・ドキュメントの翻訳および回復プログラムの開始のための優先順位は、以下の通りです。12のステップ12の伝統12の概念S.L.A.A.前文セックスと恋愛/愛情の依存症の特徴自己診断のための40の質問回復の兆候メディア対応のための12の推奨ガイドライン日本語での詳しい情報は、S.L.A.A.ジャパンのウェブサイト (https://slaa-japan.org) をご覧ください。翻訳の間違いを発見した場合や翻訳を改善したい場合には、協議会翻訳・国際アウトリーチ委員会 (CTIOC) https://slaafws.org/committee/ctioc または F.W.S. オフィスSex and Love Addicts Anonymous – Fellowship-Wide Services2411 NE Loop 410, Suite 122San Antonio, TX 78217 United StatesTel: +1 210 828-7900Fax: - [βασικά έγγραφα των SLAA](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/greek/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska Οι SLAA (Ανώνυμοι Εθισμένοι στο Σεξ και στον Έρωτα ) είναι ένα πρόγραμμα βασισμένο στο μοντέλο των Ανώνυμων Αλκοολικών. Η μοναδική προϋπόθεση για να γίνει κάποιος μέλος είναι - [Documenti centrali di S.L.A.A.](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/italian/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska S.L.A.A., Dipendenti dal Sesso e Dall’amore anonimi è una fratellanza orientata ai 12 Passi e alle 12 Tradizioni, basata sul modello pionieristico di Alcolisti Anonimi. L’unico requisito per - [Les documents de base de D.A.S.A.](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/french/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska Dépendants Affectifs et Sexuels Anonymes (D.A.S.A.) est une fraternité basée sur les 12 étapes et les 12 traditions selon le modèle suggéré par Alcooliques Anonymes. Le seul critère - [Documentos Principales de A.S.A.A.](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/spanish/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska Adictxs al Sexo y al Amor Anónimxs (A.S.A.A.) es una asociación cuyo fundamento son los doce pasos y las doce tradiciones. Está basada en el modelo iniciado por - [How to Start an S.L.A.A. Meeting](https://slaafws.org/startmeeting/) - Starting an S.L.A.A. Meeting in your area carries the message of Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous to hurting people and greatly enriches your own recovery. To get started, follow the recommendations below.Download the Starter KitThis kit contains all the information and resources you need to begin and is free. You will need a Rich Text - [Contact Fellowship-Wide Services](https://slaafws.org/contact/) - Before using the Contact Form, please note these resources: Register a New Meeting HereUpdate an Existing MeetingReport a Disbanded MeetingFind an S.L.A.A. SponsorSubmit a website typo or bug reportPlease note that F.W.S. has no oversight or control over any individual intergroup or S.L.A.A. group/meeting and generally cannot intervene on your behalf. There are thousands of - [Read the F.W.S. Newsletter](https://slaafws.org/newsletter/) - WHAT IS THE F.W.S. NEWSLETTER? The F.W.S. Newsletter contains articles, news, and reports from the Fellowship-Wide Services Office, Board of Trustees, and Conference of S.L.A.A. You will receive 4 (four) main issues per year. We will also send you bulletins about new literature and important announcements.We never share your information. Sign up to receive the newsletter - [All About the CLC (Frequently Asked Questions)](https://slaafws.org/all-about-the-clc-frequently-asked-questions/) - When are the monthly CLC meetings?The CLC (2025/26 CY) meets the 4th Saturday of every month from 9 – 10:30 AM PST (5-6:30 PM UTC).What new projects are in the pipeline and where do I find them? CLC Documents and Their LocationsI have an idea for a new piece of literature. How do - [What is S.L.A.A. Sponsorship?](https://slaafws.org/what-is-sponsorship/) - What is Sponsorship? Ideally, having a sponsor is an integral part of recovery from sex and love addiction. Working closely with someone to identify your bottom lines and your accessory behaviors can be very helpful to working the Twelve Steps. A sponsor is someone who has found sobriety from their addictive behaviors and gives us - [Beginning Recovery in Places Where No In-Person Meetings Exist](https://slaafws.org/no-meetings/) - Online Meetings Telephone Meetings Click Here for a PDF version of this page So, you’ve become convinced that you suffer from the same disease of sex and love addiction as we do and have made the decision to enter recovery only to discover that there are no meetings in your area. Now what? We believe - [The Language of S.L.A.A. Recovery](https://slaafws.org/slaaterms/) - Excerpt from the Welcome Pamphlet ©1997 The Augustine Fellowship, S.L.A.A., Fellowship-Wide Services, Inc. All rights reserved. The complete pamphlet can be purchased at this link. Many different terms are used during S.L.A.A. meetings. While many terms are used differently in various S.L.A.A. Groups, we will attempt to define a few of these terms as commonly - [Board 7th Tradition Committee (B7TC)](https://slaafws.org/bot/b7tc/) - Abiding with all Traditions, especially focusing on the 7th, the primary mission of the Board Seventh Tradition Committee (B7TC) is to help ensure the long-term financial well-being and fiscal sustainability of the Fellowship through the development and implementation of 7th Tradition giving opportunities. The B7TC studies, develops, designs, and implements the attraction campaigns that are - [Edit an S.L.A.A. Meeting](https://slaafws.org/editmeeting/) - Update an Existing MeetingIf you have your F.W.S. Registration ID Number and Password, Choose the Type of Group you need to Update.IMPORTANT: Updates do not appear instantly. Your listing will be temporarily hidden until it is checked for content.Names and Personal Email/Phone are not allowed on the F.W.S. website.Please go to slaafws.org/contactmethods for suggestions on anonymous - [Store Selection](https://slaafws.org/store-selection/) - S.L.A.A.'s Official Store is MOVING to a new webstore platform in Fall 2025. To use our old store (business as usual) please click here. If you are a U.S. customer who can wait to receive your order up to 7 days longer than normal and are willing to help us test our new store (providing - [theJournal Subscriptions & Back Issues](https://slaafws.org/thejournal-subscriptions-back-issues/) - There are several ways to view the print edition of the Journal: S.L.A.A. makes PDF back issues of theJournal available on our outreach website at https://slaafws.org/thejournal/. You can download the PDFs and print them or view them on your screen. 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If you still aren’t sure after answering these questions, we recommend trying a meeting where you can listen to recovering members share - [Public Contact Suggestions for Groups and Intergroups](https://slaafws.org/contactmethods/) - In keeping with the spirit of anonymity, publishing of personal email addresses, phone numbers, and mailing addresses is not permitted on the F.W.S. website. The following are suggestions for anonymous contact methods for your Group or Intergroup. F.W.S. does not endorse, support, or otherwise affiliate with providers named in these suggestions and claims no responsibility - [Opt in to our SMS messages](https://slaafws.org/joinsms/) - The Augustine Fellowship utilizes SMS (text messaging) to inform members about business meetings, new literature, order status from our online store, and responding to inquiries received via text service. Message frequency varies and msg & data rates may apply. Once contacted, a user may send the following messages for assistance. Please only send the one - [Forms](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/forms/) - Conference Committee Forms - [F.W.S. Website Privacy and Security Policy](https://slaafws.org/privacy-security/) - YOUR PRIVACY The privacy and anonymity of visitors to the S.L.A.A. website is of utmost importance. We do not sell, rent, or lend any information to any third party. Any information you give us is held with the utmost care, anonymity and security, and will not be used in ways to which you have not - [Policies](https://slaafws.org/policies/) - Privacy and Security Policy Terms of Use Intellectual Property Policy Whistleblower Policy - [50th Anniversary Basic Text](https://slaafws.org/50bt1/) - At the 2017 Annual Business Meeting (ABM), the Conference authorized the production of a special edition of our Basic Text (BT) for the fellowship's 50th anniversary in 2026. A committee was formed, the 50th-anniversary Basic Text Subcommittee (50BTS) of the Conference Literature Committee (CLC), which has been working to create this new edition. The links - [How to Find a Sponsor](https://slaafws.org/what-is-sponsorship/how-to-find-a-sponsor/) - CSPC Sponsorship Workshop Recording The Conference Sponsorship Committee presented an eight-session workshop via Zoom in 2023. The workshop was audio recorded and produced as videos by the Conference Public Information Committee. They are available to view by clicking here. Finding a Sponsor A good way to find a sponsor is to attend S.L.A.A. face-to-face meetings, conferences - [The Core Documents of S.L.A.A.](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska S.L.A.A. is a Twelve Step, Twelve Tradition Fellowship based on the model pioneered by Alcoholics Anonymous. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop living out - [Board of Trustees Service](https://slaafws.org/bot/) - Download a PDF of this Page Join the Board of Trustees or Nominate Someone You know To get started: EMAIL THE BOARD DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE To be elected to the Board:The Bylaws require the member to have three years of continuous, self-defined sobriety in S.L.A.A. (Non-S.L.A.A. members can be on the Board). See below ***Board service - [Board Publishing and Distribution Committee (BPDC)](https://slaafws.org/bot/board-publishing-and-distribution-committee-bpdc/) - The Board Publishing and Distribution Committee (BPDC) is responsible for its part in the Literature Creation, Editing and Publishing (LCEP) process, preparing literature for sale and distribution in print and digital formats. The BPDC manages Conference-Approved literature, approved translations of literature from English, and other documents that will be made available (excluding theJournal, which is - [Board Human Resources & Personnel Committee (BHRPC)](https://slaafws.org/bot/board-human-resources-personnel-committee-bhrpc/) - The Board Human Resources Publishing Committee (BHR/PC) focuses on all matters related to staff and volunteers in or associated with the F.W.S. Office. Specifically: Ensures a comprehensive, fair and equitable performance management system. Ensures up-to-date job descriptions for all paid positions. Sets performance goals for all paid positions. Establishes procedures to evaluate performance against goals - [Board Technology Committee](https://slaafws.org/bot/btc/) - The Board Technology Committee (BTC) is to promote, support and coordinate the use of technology in order to benefit the function and welfare of the S.L.A.A. fellowship. It acts in an advisory capacity to the BOT, Fellowship-Wide Services and the Conference. Meeting: 4th Sunday of the month at 3pm ET Contact the Board Technology Committee - [Board Development Committee (BDC)](https://slaafws.org/bot/bdc-2/) - Board Development Committee (BDC) focuses on the internal activities, systems and procedures of the BOT to insure its long-term effectiveness. Specifically: Determines the need for new Trustees, what qualifications are needed and then recruits candidates, functioning as a nominating committee by presenting candidates to the Conference or BOT Facilitates the nomination, appointment, and election of - [Board Finance Committee (BFC)](https://slaafws.org/bot/board-finance-committee-bfc/) - The Board Finance Committee (BFC) is mandated by the By-Laws and focuses on matters of a financial nature or which have potential financial implications for the Fellowship. Specifically, the BFC: Reviews and develops budgets – especially the overall budget for Fellowship-Wide Services (F.W.S.) – for each fiscal year and recommends the F.W.S. budget to the - [Board Annual Business Meeting Planning Committee (BABMPC)](https://slaafws.org/bot/board-annual-business-meeting-planning-committee-babmpc/) - The Board Annual Business Meeting Planning Committee (BABMPC) is a task-oriented, deadline-driven work group committed to executing specific responsibilities efficiently and collaboratively. Unlike a traditional Board of Trustees (BOT) committee, the BABMPC focuses on action and implementation to meet deadlines for the Annual Business Conference/Meeting (ABC/M), over policy formulation. To ensure effective decision-making, the BABMPC - [Board Copyright and Translation Committee](https://slaafws.org/bot/bctc/) - The Board Copyright and Translation Committee (BCTC) focuses on protecting and maintaining copyright and trademarks and following up on royalties from the translation of literature. Specifically: Copyright, trademark, and service mark protection Licensing and assignment agreement authorization Translation requests and submission approvals Website guidelines of material copyrights S.L.A.A. Core Documents, Basic Text, and theJournal - [Board Development Committee](https://slaafws.org/bot/bdc/) - Board Development Committee (BDC) focuses on the internal activities, systems and procedures of the BOT to insure its long-term effectiveness. Specifically: Determines the need for new Trustees, what qualifications are needed and then recruits candidates, functioning as a nominating committee by presenting candidates to the Conference or BOT Facilitates the nomination, appointment, and election of - [Augustine Fellowship SMS Terms & Conditions](https://slaafws.org/sms-policy/) - Program Description By subscribing to Augustine Fellowship SMS alerts, you agree to receive recurring text messages from Augustine Fellowship, a nonprofit organization, regarding meeting reminders, donation acknowledgments, event updates, schedule or location changes, and other organizational communications. Message Frequency Message frequency will vary based on your interaction with Augustine Fellowship, but you may receive up - [Contact the Board ABM Planning Committee](https://slaafws.org/bot/babmpc/) - [How do S.L.A.A. Meetings Work?](https://slaafws.org/howdomeetingswork/) - How do I attend an S.L.A.A. meeting? There are no dues or fees to attend an S.L.A.A. meeting. Voluntary contributions are collected to support the costs associated with conducting the meeting such as rent. There is no registration or qualification process. Simply show up and introduce yourself, unless it is specifically indicated that you must - [S.L.A.A. Telephone Meetings](https://slaafws.org/telephonemeetings/) - [S.L.A.A. Online Meetings](https://slaafws.org/onlinemeetings/) - [SLAA 8 põhidokumenti](https://slaafws.org/core-documents/estonian/) - Available LanguagesEnglish Español Français Italiano Ελληνικά 日本語 簡体中文 繁體中文 Português Deutsch Magyarul Polski Türkçe Pусский язык украї́нська עִבְרִית العربية فارسی Nederlands Eesti Keel Dansk Norsk Svenska Íslenska SLAA on 12 sammu, 12 traditsiooni sõpruskond mis tugineb AA loodud mudelile. Ainus liikmeks olemise tingimus on soov lõpetada oma seksi ja suhte sõltuvuse mustri välja elamine. Need - [S.L.A.A. Meeting Finder](https://slaafws.org/meetings/) - If you wish to add, edit, or remove a meeting or Intergroup listing, visit the Meeting and Group Management Area. In Person Meetings You will find online and telephone meetings below. F.W.S. does not administer these meetings, please use the listing contacts for any questions. [smartslider3 slider="19"] For Partners and Family Learn About Programs - [Weekly View](https://slaafws.org/weekly-view/) - [Reset Your Listing Password](https://slaafws.org/password-reset/) - After you have reset your password, you can enter your existing F.W.S. ID and the new password you just created to edit your Group or Intergroup. FOR GROUPS/MEETINGS: UPDATE A FACE TO FACE GROUP (meets at a physical location like a community center or church) UPDATE AN ONLINE GROUP (meets online via a chat room - [Elementor #22537](https://slaafws.org/test/) - [CSC Contact](https://slaafws.org/csc-contact/) - [Board Committee Nominee Application (Non-BOT)](https://slaafws.org/nonbot/) - [Contact the ABM Agenda Editor](https://slaafws.org/abminfo/abmagendaeditor/) - [General Questions to Ask a Potential Sponsor](https://slaafws.org/what-is-sponsorship/questions-to-ask-a-potential-sponsor/) - 1. How long have they been sober from their bottom line(s)? The prospective Sponsor should be sober, working the steps and ideally have a Sponsor or a CoSponsor of their own. It is helpful for them to have the experience of having gone through withdrawal and come out the other side so they can guide - [Contact the Journal Editor](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/journaleditor/) - [Contact the Conference By-Laws Committee (CBC)](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/cbcmail/) - [Contact the Conference Anorexia Committee (CAC)](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/cacmail/) - [Meeting and Group Management](https://slaafws.org/meeting-management/) - Registered Meetings 1 Registered Intergroups 1 Countries 1 How to Start an S.L.A.A. Meeting Starting an S.L.A.A. Meeting in your area carries the message of Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous to hurting people and greatly enriches your own recovery. To get started, click the button below. 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Groups or - [Become a Journal Representative](https://slaafws.org/beajournalrep/) - Are you looking for a service commitment? It's easy to become a Journal Representative!! The Journal brings fresh perspective to meetings and S.L.A.A. members. Think about it. The experience, strength, and hope of everyone in the program, world wide, is available in print! "Who could pass that up?", you ask? We answer: "People who don't - [Do You Know About the Fellowship-Wide Services Office?](https://slaafws.org/fwsinfo/) - DID YOU KNOW THAT THE FELLOWSHIP-WIDE SERVICES (F.W.S.) OFFICE ...provides worldwide meeting information to newcomers, to members moving or traveling to other locations, as well as to other interested parties via the website, telephone, mail and email. ...maintains a database of worldwide Groups, Intergroups, group contacts, meeting times and dates via the F.W.S. website. In - [S.L.A.A. Website Terms and Conditions of Use](https://slaafws.org/termsofuse/) - TERMS The term “"S.L.A.A." or "us" or "we" refers to the owner of the website whose registered office is 2411 NE Loop 410 Suite 122 San Antonio TX 78217 USA. The term "you" refers to the user or viewer of our website. By accessing this website, you are agreeing to be bound by these Terms - [Contact the Board of Trustees](https://slaafws.org/board/) - Δ CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)Subject(Required)Email Address(Required) Enter Email Confirm Email MessageFile Drop files here or Select files Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 2. Tags: BOT, Contact - [S.L.A.A. Events](https://slaafws.org/events-old/) - Add Your S.L.A.A. 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Since - [How do we handle situations if public figures reveal they are S.L.A.A. members?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/anonymity/how-do-we-handle-situations-if-public-figures-reveal-they-are-s-l-a-a-members/) - Author Elizabeth Gilbert of “Eat, Pray, Love” fame recently published a new memoir about her recovery in S.L.A.A. in which she names and, very publicly, endorses and guides the reader through her recovery journey. One of our members contacted F.W.S. about this because her women’s meeting, one week after the book was released, saw 15 - [How do I contact the S.L.A.A. Staff?](https://slaafws.org/kb/non-knowledgebase/uncategorized/how-do-i-contact-the-s-l-a-a-staff/) - [Can S.L.A.A. Meetings Require Donations or Fees to Attend?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/required-donations-for-meetings/) - Can our Meetings – which are online – require the attendees from all over the world to subscribe to the F.W.S. Recurring Donation Program, for a minimum of $5 a month, as a condition to attend the Meeting, unless the Member asks for a waiver of the fees due to special circumstances? Secondly, can our - [Does offering free literature without taking group conscience conflict with the Steps, Traditions, and Concepts?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/does-offering-free-literature-without-taking-group-conscience-conflict-with-the-steps-traditions-and-concepts/) - The CSTCC welcomes Questions from the Fellowship concerning the Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions and Twelve Concepts. Our responses are individual, and neither binding nor authoritative. We do not speak for the whole of S.L.A.A. Question from the Fellowship (Committee Reference #2024-10): At a recent meeting, our literature person announced that all of our meeting literature - [What spiritual principles in the Traditions and Concepts can we use to defend against this type of behavior?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/structure/what-spiritual-principles-in-the-traditions-and-concepts-can-we-use-to-defend-against-this-type-of-behavior/) - The CSTCC welcomes Questions from the Fellowship concerning the Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions and Twelve Concepts. Our responses are individual, and neither binding nor authoritative. We do not speak for the whole of S.L.A.A. Question from the Fellowship (Committee Reference #2024-8): As a program based on democratic ideals, I believe S.L.A.A. is open to being - [Is posting a non-SLAA workshop in an SLAA titled group (WhatsApp) breaking any Traditions?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/is-posting-a-non-slaa-workshop-in-an-slaa-titled-group-whatsapp-breaking-any-traditions/) - The CSTCC welcomes Questions from the Fellowship concerning the Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions and Twelve Concepts. Our responses are individual, and neither binding nor authoritative. We do not speak for the whole of S.L.A.A. Question from the Fellowship (Committee Reference #2024-9): There are several WhatsApp groups that have formed as an outcome of all the - [What can a member do when they disagree with the group conscience of a meeting or Intergroup? ](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/what-can-a-member-do-when-they-disagree-with-the-group-conscience-of-a-meeting-or-intergroup/) - The CSTCC welcomes Questions from the Fellowship concerning the Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions and Twelve Concepts. Our responses are individual, and neither binding nor authoritative. We do not speak for the whole of S.L.A.A. Question from the Fellowship (Committee Reference #2024-6): What can a member do when they disagree with the group conscience of a - [Guidance for an intergroup with a secretary that has never been part of an election](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/structure/guidance-for-an-intergroup-with-a-secretary-that-has-never-been-part-of-an-election/) - The CSTCC welcomes Questions from the Fellowship concerning the Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions and Twelve Concepts. Our responses are individual, and neither binding nor authoritative. We do not speak for the whole of S.L.A.A. Question from the Fellowship (Committee Reference #2024-7): There is an Intergroup with a secretary that has never been part of an - [The S.L.A.A. By-Laws provide the following guidance for delegate members to the Annual Business Meeting (ABM)](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/structure/the-s-l-a-a-by-laws-provide-the-following-guidance-for-delegate-members-to-the-annual-business-meeting-abm/) - The CSTCC welcomes Questions from the Fellowship concerning the Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions and Twelve Concepts. Our responses are individual, and neither binding nor authoritative. We do not speak for the whole of S.L.A.A. Question from the Fellowship (Committee Reference #2024-5): The S.L.A.A. By-Laws provide the following guidance for delegate members to the Annual Business - [Conference Steps, Traditions, and Concepts Committee: Questions from the Fellowship](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/conference-steps-traditions-and-concepts-committee-questions-from-the-fellowship-part-3-2/) - The Question:I am a member of a group that utilizes SLAA literature in our format (the SLAA steps, traditions, characteristics, and signs of recovery). We have an SLAA speaker share once a month and have monthly group conscience meetings and have contributed close to $500 to FWS. We also reference the value of an SLAA sponsor, - [Conference Steps, Traditions, and Concepts Committee: Questions from the Fellowship](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/conference-steps-traditions-and-concepts-committee-questions-from-the-fellowship-part-3/) - In what circumstances might “reputation” be a “matter concerning other groups” (referencing Tradition Four) such that an individual autonomous meeting might need to seek Intergroup approval before making changes to its own format? For example, could a group decide to become a "top-line focused, we get sober by juggling meeting" (which could potentially change the - [Conference Steps, Traditions, and Concepts Committee: Questions from the Fellowship](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/conference-steps-traditions-and-concepts-committee-questions-from-the-fellowship-part-2/) - Question from the Fellowship (Committee Reference #2024-2):Is it in alignment with the Traditions for an Intergroup to refuse to post a meeting's information on that Intergroup website and kick that meeting out of the Intergroup because, for one week a month, the meeting is an OPEN meeting available to professionals and others seeking information?Response #1:All - [Conference Steps, Traditions, and Concepts Committee: Questions from the Fellowship](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/conference-steps-traditions-and-concepts-committee-questions-from-the-fellowship-part-1/) - The Question: Is it against Traditions for a meeting to have their meeting information listed on a non-SLAA website that clearly indicates it is NOT affiliated with SLAA (or any program)? The meeting has come to the decision by group conscience to have it posted there, and the non-SLAA website has helped many addicts find - [Anorexia--Arrow--editing 50 questions by category](https://slaafws.org/kb/non-knowledgebase/anorexia/anorexia-arrow-editing-50-questions-by-category/) - Anorexia_Arrow_editing_50_questions_by_categoryDownload - [Anorexia--Arrow--50 Questions + LA list](https://slaafws.org/kb/non-knowledgebase/anorexia/anorexia-arrow-50-questions-la-list/) - Anorexia_Arrow_50_Questions_and_LA_listDownload - [Characteristics of sex and love anorexia (LA version)](https://slaafws.org/kb/non-knowledgebase/anorexia/characteristics-of-sex-and-love-anorexia/) - (Developed by SLAA members during a women’s retreat. Not FWS approved. LA version) 1. Having few healthy boundaries, we become sexually repulsed by and/or emotionally threatened by people without knowing them. 2. Fearing intimacy and vulnerability, we avoid closeness with others, concealing our dependency needs from ourselves and others, growing more isolated and alienated from - [Characteristics of sex and love anorexia (UK version)](https://slaafws.org/kb/non-knowledgebase/anorexia/characteristics-of-sex-and-love-anorexia-2/) - (Not SLAA conference approved—UK version) 1. Having few healthy boundaries, we become sexually repulsed by and/or emotionally threatened by people without knowing them. 2. Fearing intimacy and vulnerability, we avoid closeness with others, concealing our dependency needs from ourselves and others, growing more isolated and alienated from friends and loved ones, ourselves and God. 3. - [Anorexia--Arrow--Explanation](https://slaafws.org/kb/non-knowledgebase/anorexia/anorexia-arrow-explanation/) - Conference Anorexia Committee is aware of 2 similar versions of "Characteristics of Anorexia" (not Conference-approved) currently in use by various local groups. They may be used by any other local group that so chooses. Included here are two other resources developed by a CAC member: one that notes how six major issues are included in the - [Conference Sponsorship Committee (CSPC)](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-committees/cspc-2/) - Mission Statement [types field='committee-mission-statement' item='1252'][/types] More Information on the CSPC Webpage ** CSPC Service Opportunities ** Meeting Schedule [types field='committee-meeting-details' item='1252'][/types] Contact the CSPC for more details Contact - [Should S.L.A.A. advertise at all?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/media/testo-2/) - Question from the Fellowship (Committee Reference #2023-5): The Conference Translation and International Outreach Committee (CTIOC) is formally requesting feedback on a new project being developed. The committee is in the early stages of discussion on the possible production of a commercial to spread awareness about sex and love addiction internationally. This project has, in the - [Must S.L.A.A. workshops be sanctioned by an Intergroup to be called an S.L.A.A.?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/finances/test-questin/) - Question One: Can an Intergroup elected ABM delegate raise funds to cover their expenses for attendance by independently hosting an S.L.A.A. workshop?Question Two: Must S.L.A.A. workshops be sanctioned by an Intergroup to be called an S.L.A.A. Question Three: Is there a specific protocol on how 7th Tradition monies should be collected for this type of - [What Literature is Conference Approved?](https://slaafws.org/kb/general/literature/what-literature-is-conference-approved/) - To date, S.L.A.A.’s Conference-approved literature consists only of the following twenty-nine items:The S.L.A.A. Basic Text, and all material contained within itAddiction and Recovery (S.L.A.A. pamphlet)Welcome (S.L.A.A. pamphlet)Suggestions for Newcomers (S.L.A.A. pamphlet)Questions Beginners Ask (S.L.A.A. pamphlet)Pocket Toolkit (S.L.A.A. mini-pamphlet)Anorexia (S.L.A.A. pamphlet)40 Questions for Self Diagnosis (S.L.A.A. pamphlet)Sponsorship (S.L.A.A. pamphlet)Withdrawal (S.L.A.A. pamphlet)An Introduction to S.L.A.A. (S.L.A.A. pamphlet)Supporting - [Conference Steps, Traditions, and Concepts Committee: Questions from the Fellowship](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/structure/conference-steps-traditions-and-concepts-committee-questions-from-the-fellowship/) - The CSTCC welcomes Questions from the Fellowship concerning the Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions and Twelve Concepts. Our responses are individual, and neither binding nor authoritative. We do not speak for the whole of S.L.A.A. Question from the Fellowship (Committee Reference #2023-2): When a fellow creates a motion to be added to the agenda of - [What is Fellowship-Wide Services?](https://slaafws.org/kb/general/about-service/what-is-fellowship-wide-services/) - Fellowship-Wide Services is the world-wide service office of Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous. Did You Know that the Fellowship-Wide Services (F.W.S.) Office... …provides worldwide meeting information to newcomers, to members moving or traveling to other locations, as well as to other interested parties via the website, telephone, mail and email. …maintains a database of worldwide - [Can a Group Restrict Voting in a Business Meeting?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/can-a-group-restrict-voting-in-a-business-meeting/) - We started an SLAA virtual meeting in another part of the world – and it is the only one meeting in SLAA to that uses the language of that region. The group is fairly new (about 8 months) and the maximum number of attendees is 15 on good days. A group conscience was taken (I - [Insensitive Wording in the Basic Text](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/literature/wording-of-the-basic-text/) - The Question: I've been in SLAA for 26 years and still attend my home group - which is a step, discussion meeting. Every time we read Step 4 one sentence slaps me and has since the first time I heard it. One word change would shift everything. I think it was written in a time - [What is Anorexia in S.L.A.A.?](https://slaafws.org/kb/general/anorexia/what-is-anorexia/) - Within Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous, sexual, social, and emotional anorexia may take a variety of forms. This document is intended for sexual, social, and emotional anorectics, that they may see themselves, and know they are not alone. Possible Signs of Social, Emotional, or Sexual Anorexia: we may not have had sex or been in - [Supporting S.L.A.A. the 60/40 Way](https://slaafws.org/kb/general/meetings/supporting-slaa-the-60-40-way/) - The 7th TraditionEvery S.L.A.A. Group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions.In financial matters, Tradition Seven states that Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous is self-supporting at all levels. What this means is that neither the Group, the Intergroup, nor F.W.S. accepts outside contributions.To help support S.L.A.A.’s essential services…We suggest the 60/40 contribution plan to - [Can a Member be Removed from a Meeting Per a Restraining Order?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/restraining-order-remove-member/) - I’m struggling with a situation in the SLAA meetings I attend on Zoom and would like to present a motion for consideration. I want to do this at the next intergroup. Here is the proposed motion: “If a person whom a member of S.L.A.A. has a restraining order against attends a Zoom meeting where that - [Outside Literature in Meetings](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/outside-literature-in-meetings/) - Question summarized from the original for brevity.In my area some members decided to start and S.L.A.A. study group using the (well known step recovery book), which is not a conference approved text. A coordinator was selected and was to contact various local meetings to announce the study group.One member asked for information and was told - [Is Profanity Okay in Meetings? (contains profanity)](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/profanity-in-meetings/) - Please note, the following question contains language some might find offensive. In the spirit of preserving the originator’s intent, we have left the original text.Is there anyone who would rather see me act out than say fuck in a meeting? I have never been kicked out of a face to face meeting because I said - [Non-S.L.A.A. Announcements in Meetings](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/non-slaa-announcements/) - If a member announces, for example, a party open only to S.L.A.A. members in the announcements at a meeting, is that OK? What about if a member announces an event for a member who attends that same meeting? The Discussion Part 1Yes, I believe this is a 6th Tradition issue. Because this is an event - [Should We Mention Other Addictions in Meetings?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/sharing-other-addictions/) - What Tradition may help me interpret, understand or support needing to understand how to integrate sharing how various co-existing issues/addictions affect my recovery as a whole? For example, my drug and alcohol illness and recovery affects my love addiction and sexual anorexia and recovery. I know the Traditions make reference to “outside issues” and our - [Should S.L.A.A. Events Welcome Outside Opinions?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/should-slaa-events-welcome-outside-opinions/) - Recently a workshop called Step Minus One was presented at a S.L.A.A. convention. It discussed the physical and medical aspects of sex and love addiction.Is using the concept of step minus one, based on quotes from AA and SLAA literature, and AA history, a breach of the traditions?Is discussing physical and medical issues, associated with - [What Constitutes an "Official" S.L.A.A. Meeting?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/what-constitutes-an-official-slaa-meeting/) - There is another fellowship group that calls themselves an SLAA meeting and is in a city outside the area that is not a part of our local intergroup. This group/meeting is also not listed on the FWS website. They practice an assertive method of recovery based on the AA big book and utilize a 4-hour/1 - [Combining S.L.A.A. Meetings with Other Fellowships?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/combining-s-l-a-a-meetings-with-other-fellowships/) - Does the committee have any guidance on a local intergroup listing a meeting that is a SLAA/AA combo meeting? Would adding these meeting groups to our local meeting list be in any way a violation of our steps, traditions and concepts? The Discussion Response #1: I wonder whether the fact that this is a cross-program - [Meetings Referencing Outside Issues, Using Outside Literature?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/racism-training-outside-literature/) - An individual has been holding monthly meetings about racism and “how to be anti-racist”. These “educational” meetings reference non-conference approved authors, videos and literature, and are named in the meetings as well as on a local intergroup website, where the monthly meetings are advertised. If these meetings were focused on how to help S.L.A.A. newcomers - [Should we Mention Other 12-Step Fellowships in Meetings?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/referencing-other-fellowships/) - In trying to clearly describe a road to recovery in a 20 minute share in an SLAA speaker meeting, why is it said that it is not okay to mention other 12 step programs “at length”? Our Tradition is that we do not have an opinion on other issues (Tradition 10: S.L.A.A. has no opinion - [Should Intergroups get Involved in Meeting Harassment Situations?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/harassment-intergroup/) - How does harassment at a meeting level relate to Tradition 4 (Each group should be autonomous except in matters affecting SLAA as a whole). While it is very possible that the disruption at the meeting level could cause members to leave the meeting and possibly the program, that would not appear to affect SLAA as - [How do you Attend an S.L.A.A. Meeting?](https://slaafws.org/kb/general/meetings/how-to-attend/) - There is no registration or qualification process, but some groups specify women only or men only, so please be sure to read the group's provided information. Once you find a group that you'd like to attend, simply show up and introduce yourself, unless it is specifically indicated that you must contact the group first. If - [Conference Service Manual](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-service/csm/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://slaafws.org/Conference/CSM.pdf" title="Conference Service Manual"] - [Official BOT Meeting Minutes](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/board-service/botminutes/) - You can find Board Minutes at https://slaafws.org/bot/ - [Why is the religious figure Saint Augustine used in the S.L.A.A. name?](https://slaafws.org/kb/general/faqs/why-augustine/) - In the early days of S.L.A.A., the founders were met with resistance from their first prospective meeting locale over the name, “Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous”. The leader of the church felt that the name was too provocative and that the church board might reject the idea because of it. After realizing that this would - [Do Special Interest Groups Violate the Traditions?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/straightmensgroup/) - The Question: We have an individual meeting that wants to ban all homosexuals all transgenders and all females by changing the preamble at their individual group. This group has refused to send an intergroup representative to intergroup for at least a year. It is my opinion that the intergroup needs to remove this group. There - [What is Service?](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/about-service/what-is-service/) - Service in the Fellowship of S.L.A.A. means giving of your time and talents to help with projects in your areas of interest. At all levels of service in S.L.A.A., we work together to achieve our primary purpose to help the sex and love addict who still suffers. Concept One states that “Ultimate responsibility and authority - [Conference Translation and International Outreach Committee (CTIOC)](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-committees/ctioc/) - Mission Statement [types field='committee-mission-statement' item='1254'][/types] More Information on the CTIOC Webpage Meeting Schedule [types field='committee-meeting-details' item='1254'][/types] Contact the CTIOC for more details Contact - [Conference Steps, Traditions, and Concepts Committee (CSTCC)](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-committees/cstcc-3/) - Mission Statement [types field='committee-mission-statement' item='1253'][/types] More Information on the CSTCC Webpage Meeting Schedule [types field='committee-meeting-details' item='1253'][/types] Contact the CSTCC for more details Contact - [Conference Service Committee (CSC)](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-committees/csc/) - Mission Statement [types field='committee-mission-statement' item='1251'][/types] More Information on the CSC Webpage Meeting Schedule [types field='committee-meeting-details' item='1251'][/types] Contact the CSC for more details Contact - [Conference Public Information Committee (CPIC)](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-committees/cpic/) - Mission Statement [types field='committee-mission-statement' item='1250'][/types] More Information on the CPIC Webpage Meeting Schedule [types field='committee-meeting-details' item='1250'][/types] Contact the CPIC for more details Contact - [Conference Member Retention Committee (CMRC)](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-committees/cmrc/) - Mission Statement [types field='committee-mission-statement' item='1248'][/types] More Information on the CMRC Webpage Meeting Schedule [types field='committee-meeting-details' item='1248'][/types] Contact the CMRC for more details Contact - [Conference Literature Committee (CLC)](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-committees/clc/) - Mission Statement [types field=’committee-mission-statement’ item=’1247′][/types] More Information on the CLC Webpage Meeting Schedule [types field=’committee-meeting-details’ item=’1247′][/types] Contact the CLC for more details Contact Δ CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)Subject(Required)MessageEmail(Required) Enter Email Confirm Email File (pdf, doc, docx, txt only, 2 files, 10MB limit) Drop files here or Select files - [Conference Journal Committee (CJC)](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-committees/cjc/) - Mission Statement [types field='committee-mission-statement' item='1246'][/types] More Information on the CJC Webpage Meeting Schedule [types field='committee-meeting-details' item='1246'][/types] Contact the CJC for more details Contact - [Conference Intergroup Communications Committee (CICC)](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-committees/cicc/) - Mission Statement [types field='committee-mission-statement' item='1245'][/types] More Information on the CICC Webpage Meeting Schedule [types field='committee-meeting-details' item='1245'][/types] Contact the CICC for more details Contact - [Conference Healthy Relationships Committee (CHRC)](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-committees/chrc/) - Mission Statement [types field='committee-mission-statement' item='1244'][/types] More Information on the CHRC Webpage Meeting Schedule [types field='committee-meeting-details' item='1244'][/types] Contact the CHRC for more details Contact - [Conference Finance Committee (CFC)](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-committees/cfc/) - Mission Statement [types field=’committee-mission-statement’ item=’1243′][/types] More Information on the CFC Webpage Meeting Schedule [types field=’committee-meeting-details’ item=’1243′][/types] Contact the CFC for more details Contact Δ NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)Subject(Required)MessageEmail(Required) Enter Email Confirm Email File (pdf, doc, docx, txt only, 2 files, 10MB limit) Drop files here or Select files - [Conference Diversity Committee (CDC)](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-committees/cdc/) - Mission Statement [types field='committee-mission-statement' item='1242'][/types] More Information on the CDC Webpage Meeting Schedule [types field='committee-meeting-details' item='1242'][/types] Contact the CDC for more details Contact - [Conference Charter Committee (CCC)](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-committees/ccc/) - 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We recently started a 7-meeting group, which has one meeting on each day of the week. At a recent “all meeting / whole community” business meeting, someone stated that they wanted to elect a treasurer immediately during the meeting. This wasn't on the agenda, and hadn't been announced anywhere, but a vote was held and - [Handling an Online Meeting Breach by Ex-Partner](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/online-meeting-breach/) - Hello, I am the GSR for an S.L.A.A. meeting. Since going on Zoom in March, we had a major security breach – a member’s ex-partner has been stalking her in the meeting. He seems to have compromised her computer and phone and to have gone so far as to hire someone to impersonate a newcomer - [Handling Violence in Meetings](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/handling-violence-in-meetings/) - We had an incident of violence between a newcomer and an old-timer during a meeting. It was essentially a fist-fight. Some meeting regulars do not want to return to the meeting without additional safety measures because they feel unsafe. What has been the resolution in similar circumstances? What, if any, additional safety measures have been - [How are Abstentions Counted in a Business Meeting?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/how-are-abstentions-counted-in-a-business-meeting/) - I have a question about voting in a Business Meeting. We had a motion that was seconded and we voted with the following results: 4 For 1 Against 3 Abstained The group interpreted this as a NO because they counted the abstained with the total so it was a tie. What are the exact rules - [Can one S.L.A.A. Group Join Two Intergroups?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/structure/can-one-group-join-two-intergroups/) - Due to a central location between two intergroups, we have two local Cities with multiple meetings in each that are listed on two different intergroup websites. Also, the meetings in those Cities send representatives to both intergroups (referenced as Intergroups “A” and “B”). A few years ago, it came up that there might be an - [How can I Translate S.L.A.A. Literature?](https://slaafws.org/kb/general/legal/how-to-translate-literature/) - For information on the process of translating S.L.A.A. literature, please visit the Literature Translation page. You may also contact the Conference Translation and International Outreach Committee (CTIOC) for assistance. - [Send Feedback to the Board](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/board-service/board-suggestions/) - [Join the Board of Trustees](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/board-service/join-the-board-of-trustees/) - Please Consider Joining the Board of Trustees or nominate someone you know! PDF Version of This Page Board requirements have three years of continuous, self-defined sobriety in S.L.A.A. (Non-S.L.A.A. members can be on the Board. See below.*) have a working knowledge of the 12 Steps and the 12 Traditions of S.L.A.A. are willing to commit - [2019 ABM Index of Motions](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-service/2019-abm-index-of-motions/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://slaafws.org/wp-content/uploads/securepdfs/2019ABMIndexofMotions.pdf" title="2019 ABM Index of Motions"] - [The S.L.A.A. By-Laws](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/conference-service/bylaws-3/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://slaafws.org/wp-content/uploads/securepdfs/bylaws.pdf" title="S.L.A.A. By-Laws"] - [Why is S.L.A.A. Literature Copyrighted?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/legal/why-copyright/) - What Tradition supports using a copyright to ban or limit the excerpting and adapting of Conference Approved Materials as a means of reaching the still suffering addict, when these materials were created by the Fellowship, for the Fellowship? This issue is governed by the Fourth Tradition, which states that each group should be autonomous, except - [Unity in the way we Introduce Ourselves?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/unity-and-introductions/) - Question: We introduce ourselves in ways that divide rather than unite. [For example, I am a …relationship addict…. a sex and love addict… an anorexic etc.] Doesn’t this violate the traditions, especially Tradition 1 regarding unity? Regarding the introductions, I see no conflict, since we all have our different manifestations of the disease. In most - [Is S.L.A.A. Based on the Concepts of A.A.?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/structure/slaa-and-concepts/) - Question: It says in the appendix of the lovely Al-anon book Paths to Recovery: “The steps help me love myself, the traditions help me love others, and the concepts help me love the world I’m in.” Is SLAA also based on the 12 Concepts of AA? If yes, why? if no, why not? [Note: The 12 - [No Meetings Near You? Here's what you can do.](https://slaafws.org/kb/general/meetings/no-meetings/) - Click Here for a PDF version of this page So, you’ve become convinced that you suffer from the same disease of sex and love addiction as we do and have made the decision to enter recovery only to discover that there are no meetings in your area. Now what? We believe that one way of - [What is an S.L.A.A. Meeting like?](https://slaafws.org/kb/general/meetings/what-are-slaa-meetings-like/) - S.L.A.A. meetings are an opportunity for members to share their experience, strength, and hope in recovery from sex and love addiction. Gathering with other sex and love addicts at an S.L.A.A. meeting is the primary way we learn how to get sober and maintain recovery. By giving and receiving support from others like us, we - [Suggestions for Handling Disruptive Behavior](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/disruptive-behavior/) - The Question: How can the 3rd tradition be best applied when behaviors undertaken in a meeting are disruptive to many in the meeting? There are a large variety of options. Tradition 4 states that each group is autonomous except in matters affecting other groups or S.L.A.A. as a whole. Some options include having a business - [Should Groups Raise Funds for Non-Sanctioned S.L.A.A. Events?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/finances/questionable-fundraising/) - A member of S.L.A.A., who attends only (special interest meetings) which have their own format has recently been organizing events. He organized a social event recently to a theatre event in our city for members of S.L.A.A. Another event has been a lecture by a therapist followed by dinner. He hasn’t had this event sanctioned - [Can Atheists join S.L.A.A.?](https://slaafws.org/kb/general/faqs/non-religious/) - S.L.A.A. is not affiliated with any religion, sect, or denomination, though the program is spiritual in nature. Through developing a relationship with a Higher Power of our choosing, we learn to stop using addictive behaviors as a substitute for intimacy. Many non-religious members choose the collective support of the group or a concept of the - [What Types of Service are there?](https://slaafws.org/kb/service/about-service/types-of-service/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Id eu nisl nunc mi. Sed nisi lacus sed viverra tellus in hac habitasse platea. Quam elementum pulvinar etiam non quam lacus suspendisse faucibus. Eleifend donec pretium vulputate sapien nec. - [Are there Meetings for Family/Partners?](https://slaafws.org/kb/general/meetings/family/) - Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous, or S.L.A.A., is a 12-Step Program for the person in need of recovery from sex and love addiction. S.L.A.A. does not itself conduct meetings for spouses, significant others, or family of sex and love addicts. However, there are Fellowships that exist specifically for this purpose. S.L.A.A. is not affiliated with - [What is S.L.A.A.?](https://slaafws.org/kb/general/faqs/what-is-slaa/) - Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous, or S.L.A.A., is a program for anyone who suffers from an addictive compulsion to engage in or avoid sex, love, or emotional attachment. The only qualification for S.L.A.A. membership is a desire to stop living out a pattern of sex and love addiction. S.L.A.A. is supported entirely through the contributions - [17 Words you Might Hear in an S.L.A.A. Meeting](https://slaafws.org/kb/general/meetings/glossary/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Id eu nisl nunc mi. Sed nisi lacus sed viverra tellus in hac habitasse platea. Quam elementum pulvinar etiam non quam lacus suspendisse faucibus. Eleifend donec pretium vulputate sapien nec. - [How (not) to Handle Mention of Suicide](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/suicide-mention/) - The Question: I just got off the phone with the F.W.S. about a meeting last night. I spoke about feeling suicidal the night before and the leader stopped the meeting to interrogate me about it, and I believe it broke traditions. I was not threatening suicide, but was just sharing how I felt the night - [Ex Partners and Meeting Safety](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/ex-partners-stalking/) - The Question: I have an S.L.A.A. member who is also an ex girlfriend of mine currently cyber stalking me and refusing repeated requests to stop contact. I'm wondering if there are any recommended ways with dealing with an S.L.A.A. member to lessen their attachment/ get them to stop all contact. Response #1: There is no - [When is it Okay to Break our own Anonymity?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/anonymity/anonymity-break/) - The Question: This question is from a member regarding anonymity. Some S.L.A.A. members feel free to break anonymity to friends and relatives, while others seldom/never break anonymity outside the program. What if there is good reason like outreach to prison (can’t get inside without id)? Do you know if S.L.A.A. has anything written elaborating around - [Can we Allow Non-Addict Interpreters in Meetings?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/anonymity/non-addict-interpreters/) - The Question: During meetings, has any S.L.A.A. group accepted the presence of a non-addict American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter to facilitate the meeting participation of one or more deaf S.L.A.A. addicts? Restated another way, has any S.L.A.A. group accepted the presence of a non-addict translator to facilitate the participation of one or more non-English speaking - [Stopping Disruptive Behavior, Keeping the Traditions](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/disruptive-members-traditions/) - The Question: In our weekday noon meeting, a newer member has become increasingly disruptive to the safety of the meeting. He sometimes ignores the meeting script guidelines against cross-talk and extreme detail sharing of acting out behavior. He has followed other members out to their cars despite being asked firmly not to do so. He - [Can a Group Change the Wording of the 8 Core Documents?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/literature/rewrite-core-documents/) - The Question: Hello, I have been asked by an SLAA group of which I am the secretary to rewrite the 9th Sign of Recovery as it seems to all of us as a clumsy use of language. It suggests that we begin to substitute honesty for self-destructive ways of expressing emotions and feelings. This can - [Should Draft Literature be Copyrighted?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/legal/slaa-copyright-approval/) - The Question: 1) Should the FWS copyright be attached to draft literature before it is conference approved? I work for a corporation that publishes newspapers. Some columnists write exclusively for the newspaper and sign a contract that they will not publish their articles elsewhere without the permission of the corporation. (my question to the Board - [Refusal of Member Meeting Service Based on Profession?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/discrimination-based-on-profession/) - The Question: I am writing to you concerning the following matter; We have invited a female SLAA member as a speaker. However, when she passed on her email address, one member of the Intergroup has googled her. He found out that she was having a company that supplied erotic devices, such as vibrators. Based on - [Can we use Language from Other Fellowships in Meetings?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/language-from-other-fellowships/) - The Question: I recently moved to a new city and have found that many members of SAA go to SLAA and bring the SAA language to the SLAA meeting, such as saying "inner circle", etc. (meanwhile there are plenty of SAA meetings they could go to but they do not choose to go them). Also - [Can we Throw a Disruptive Member out of a Meeting?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/expelling-disruptive-members/) - The Question: We have a member who has been in the program for 20 years who is disruptive and often offends other members. He has spoken, more than once, against the program and rants on societal issues in the meeting. He doesn't put any money in the basket and most of the time he leaves - [Can a Group Revise the S.L.A.A. Preamble?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/literature/can-a-group-revise-slaa-literature/) - The Question: Can a group, revise the version of the preamble to include anorexia? Anything you do to make it easier for a newcomer to identify is useful. So including anorexia in the meeting readings is helpful. I would recommend against modifying the Preamble the way you suggest. It is copyrighted material and altering it - [What to do When a Member Speaks of Suicide or a Criminal Act](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/legal/when-a-member-threatens-suicide-or-criminal-act/) - The Question: Is there anywhere literature that suggests how to behave / act when a fellow threatens to commit suicide (or other criminal act) in a meeting? I am not aware of any program literature that addresses suicidal ideation in a meeting. While it can be very difficult to listen to someone speaking about suicide, - [Social Media Groups and the Traditions](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/media/slaa-groups-on-social-media/) - The Question: This question has several components. The first component is whether the Facebook private groups are affiliated with SLAA FWS in some fashion. It is not clear exactly what is meant by that, but my assumption is that the person asking the question wants to be sure they are legitimate groups. The second component - [Can Meetings from Outside Fellowships Appear on the F.W.S. Website?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/posting-of-couples-in-recovery-meeting-on-slaa-website/) - The Question: Is it appropriate to list a Couples in Recovery meeting on the SLAA website? It is indeed an interesting issue. While the couples meeting seems to be welcoming to members of various S programs, it lists itself as a CiR group. From the intergroup level, that would appear to be going against the - [Should S.L.A.A. Meetings Allow Speakers from Other Fellowships?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/speakers-outside/) - The Question: Someone in my group will shortly be celebrating her one year of sobriety in SLAA. She came to our business meeting and told us that she's asked someone from SAA to speak. I said I didn't agree with that, that it should be someone from SLAA since they'll be talking about working another - [Does the H.O.W. Method of Working the Steps Violate Traditions?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/how-method-traditions/) - The Question: I am writing to you with concern about SLAA in the U.K., and questioning whether they are breaking traditions. In the U.K. there are many meetings that follow a structured way of working the steps known as the H.O.W. program. This is featured on the SLAA U.K. website, and seems to dominate much - [Can Minors Attend an S.L.A.A. Meeting?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/legal/young-people-in-meetings/) - The Question: Is the banning of teen sex/love addicts from S.L.A.A. meetings a violation of Tradition 3? This question goes to the core of what S.L.A.A. is all about; it’s about individuals recovering from their manifestation of sex and love addiction. Many of us, me included, have suffered from this addiction from a very early - [When Ex Partners Attend the Same Meeting](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/disruptive-partners-same-meeting/) - The Question: One of our long-time members had his wife leave him and request a divorce a year ago. During this time, the member got involved with another member of one of our groups and has had a long relationship. Recently, his wife has said she is coming back to him and he told her - [Special Interest Groups - Are they Appropriate?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/special-interest-groups/) - The Question: Someone was told she couldn’t host a women’s only event because it violated the Traditions. Can you help? This question brings up several possibilities of answers, so I will follow what seems right to me. I personally, do not see a violation of Tradition 3 which I believe was the response originally given - [Meeting Chairs with Questionable Bottom Lines?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/structure/bottom-line-definitions/) - The Question: In a group, one member considers that having sexual relationships with a married person is sober behavior. Since that person serves as the Chair of the meeting, there was strong preoccupation about the impact it might have on a newcomer. Members in the group thought it was not appropriate, but did not know - [When a Member Breaks Someone Else's Anonymity](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/anonymity/confidentiality-in-shares/) - The Question: During the getting current portion of a recent meeting, one member began to share about other members of the program who are currently suffering with their sex and love addiction issues. If he had just shared in a very general way that he knows of certain members who are currently struggling, I would - [How to Handle Abusive Language?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/abusive-language/) - The Question: There is a long time member of S.L.A.A. who very often uses very shaming and judgmental remarks regarding other members in S.L.A.A., eg, « People have been in the program for years wallowing in their stuff and their miserable little lives, people crash and burn (that is, relapse) for the 50th time because - [Including "Skype" as Part of a Group Name?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/media/skype-in-group-name/) - The Question: The Web Team has been grappling with groups registering and using Skype in a group name. the F.W.S. webmaster lists the name in the spirit of carrying the message; and brought to the attention of the Web Team in April/May 2011. The Web Team discussed the matter during the course of several meetings - [How do we practice principles before personalities?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/structure/principles-before-personalities/) - The Question: The last part of Tradition 12 tells us that we should practice principles before personalities. Please discuss the meaning and how we can apply this to our service. It says in the A.A. 12 and 12: "At this altitude (press, radio, films, and television), anonymity - 100 percent anonymity - was the only - [Disruptive Members in Business Meetings](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/disruptive-members/) - The Question: I was wondering if we could have a real time discussion on the next call of a problem we're having at our Intergroup. We have a member who is making it difficult for the Intergroup to conduct business. For 2 Intergroups he has taken over the floor and had multiple spiritual reminders called - [Can the builder of an S.L.A.A. website include a link to their own company?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/media/outside-website-links/) - The Question: Are there any regulations that disallow individual fellowship web designers to display a link at the bottom of the site to their own page? For example: web site maintenance by abc. I've noticed both instances, especially when they are hosted by a company. Is there any official policy on this? Thank you. Note: - [Is it Appropriate for one Group to Give Money to Another Group?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/finances/group-financial-support/) - The Question: We have a group that is not able to pay their rent and another group has stepped in to pay it for them temporarily. Is this a violation of Tradition 7? In the A.A. Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions book, several experiences within the early fellowship shaped the form of this Tradition, as - [Can we use billboards and public media to attract members?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/media/outreach-announcements/) - The Question: If a group was to submit the following listing to local newspapers and community radio stations as a community service announcement would this violate any Traditions? “Do you have a problem with avoiding sex or intimacy? Do you feel unable to express your emotions fully or to emotionally connect with others? Do you - [Can members of multiple programs attend together to provide support?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/affiliation-other-programs/) - The Question: I have just started meetings in my area, and a member had a question regarding the 3rd tradition, specifically "provided that as a group they have no other affiliation." His concern was that he knew other members that came to the S.L.A.A. meeting from AA meetings they also attend together. He also wondered - [Our meeting doesn't read the Twelve Traditions](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/local-practices/) - The Question: I have some Traditions Questions. 1 - We do not read the Traditions at the S.L.A.A. meeting in my area. Many members only attend 1 S.L.A.A. meeting, one day a week so they do not have exposure to the Traditions and are not familiar with the basic 12 Step program. My question is - [Do we have a Long Form of the Traditions to Study?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/literature/literature-on-the-traditions/) - The Question: I am a member of a meeting that would like to know if there is a "long-form" resource that we can use to give us guidance on discussing the S.L.A.A. traditions. We had thought that the AA 12 & 12 might be a good piece of literature to use, but there is a - [Can we Ask for Volunteers' Personal Information for a Sponsor List?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/anonymity/personal-contact-information/) - The Question: I need affirmation, materials and literature citations to support that the process being involved in a phone meeting which I attend regarding people volunteering as sponsors is a break of Tradition 12. There is a statement in the format that if anyone would like to volunteer to be a sponsor, to please give - [Independent Websites Claiming to Represent S.L.A.A.?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/media/independent-websites/) - The Question: There is an S.L.A.A. meeting in my area which announces at its daily meeting that it has its own website and PO Box. The website is clearly the opinion of one person, written, purchased and funded by one person, and clearly not S.L.A.A. material. It appears to violate at least one of the - [Use of 7th Tradition Donations for Outside Purposes](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/finances/donations-outside-purposes/) - The Question: After a recent meeting a member asked whether the group could make an anonymous donation to a local food bank or shelter. How would this relate to the Traditions? [NOTE; This question is of a similar nature to a previous question titled “Tradition 7 Violation?” which was published in the Spring 2012 edition - [Should AA Literature be S.L.A.A. Conference-Approved?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/literature/conference-approve-aa-literature/) - The Question: Should the AA Big Book and/or the AA 12 & 12 be made Conference Approved Literature; the reading of these is encouraged on page 66 of our Basic Text. Background information: Member’s sponsor, a 20 year S.L.A.A. member, thought the AA literature was Conference approved; it is confusing since it is not approved. - [Predators in Meetings - Ensuring Safety](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/safety-in-meetings/) - The Question: A female member was followed to her car by a new comer that had identified himself as wearing an electronic monitoring ankle bracelet. Any experience, strength and hope you can lend to our group would be greatly appreciated. I am announcing a group conscious meeting on the subject of safety tomorrow night but - [Should Our Paid Workers Rotate out of Service?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/structure/rotating-paid-workers/) - The Question: What is your opinion concerning service rotation of paid S.L.A.A. members who work in the service office? And, is it better to employ non S.L.A.A. members as to avoid rotation related problems? (This issue could arise in the FWS office or in international offices.) As I studied the Traditions to help formulate an - [Attraction vs. Promotion - Where is the Line?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/media/attraction-promotion/) - The Question: What is attraction? What is Promotion? Where do we draw the line between them? Tradition 11 speaks to the fact that our public relations policy is based on attraction rather than promotion... In order to be attracted to something we need to have some knowledge of what it is. We can easily use - [Should we Discuss our Personal Abuse in Meetings ?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/discussing-abuse/) - The Question: Are discussions about abuse and trauma or surviving abuse and trauma topics within the experience, strength and hope of this fellowship? While abuse is a very real issue for many of us in the program, this is a difficult question. I have sexual, mental and physical abuse in my story and I do - [Side Conversations in Meetings - A Matter of Courtesy or Traditions?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/side-conversations/) - The Question: Is it a Tradition violation to continue talking for long periods of time while the ABM General Assembly is in session? This is regarding side conversations being ongoing as others are speaking (have the floor). While the question which is before us is very important, I can find no violation of Tradition. I - [What is the Message of S.L.A.A.?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/structure/message-of-slaa/) - The Question: Is the message of S.L.A.A. which is mentioned in the 5th Tradition only about the 12 Steps or does it include principles of the organization as expressed in the preamble of sex and love addicts anonymous? I do not think any of the Traditions apply except Tradition 5. I think the most relevant - [Should a Sponsor Give Money to a Sponsee?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/finances/financially-helping-sponsee/) - The Question: Can the Steps and Traditions guide us on giving a sponsee (a large sum of money) when the sponsee is hungry, angry, lonely and tired? The 7th Tradition is that we should do it on our own and not depend on the kindness of others. The 5th Tradition states that our primary purpose - [Navigating Male and Female Interaction in Meetings](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/relationships-in-program/) - The Question: I am confused as an S.L.A.A. female relating to S.L.A.A. males. I was instructed by my sponsor to stick with the females and that seemed appropriate for the first few months, but after 16 months it actually feels imbalanced. I trust myself and I am willing to trust being in a relationship with - [Is it Okay to Mention our Sponsor's Name when Sharing?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/anonymity/anonymity-among-members/) - The Question: Is mentioning our sponsor’s name to other members, or telling a member the name of another member we had a conversation with breaking the Tradition of Anonymity? When I talk to my sponsor should I avoid mentioning other member’s names? We are not meant to be anonymous to each other. The Eleventh Tradition - [Is it Appropriate for a Meeting to Screen Newcomers?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/screening-newcomers/) - The Question: What about an Intergroup using a phone line rather than posting a meeting schedule of times and places to a website. This is done to avoid or deter predators and/or the media. Is this a form of “screening” and, thus a violation of Tradition 3? This seems to be a clear violation of - [Inappropriate Clothing in Meetings](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/meeting-matters/inappropriate-clothing-meetings/) - The Question: At our last group conscience, members raised the issue of being triggered at meetings when some members dressed in attire that they would see as being inappropriate. We were wondering if you have any guidance on this sensitive matter. I guess the Tradition that comes to mind for me is Tradition 4 “…each - [Can we Combine Resources with Other S-Fellowships?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/relations-other-fellowships/) - The Question: The meetings in my area and also our Intergroup have ongoing dealings with the other S-Fellowships in our area. A member of one of the other fellowships compiles and maintains a list of meetings for all the S-programs in the area. There are summer and winter retreats co-sponsored by several of the S-Fellowships. - [Can we Combine S.L.A.A. Literature with Other Religious Literature?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/religious-literature/) - The Question: I recently received an email announcing a new telephone meeting proposed to combine S.L.A.A. literature with literature of a religion based spiritual program. I love the course which was listed, but don’t feel that the appropriate place to bring it is as an S.L.A.A. meeting. I’m looking for guidance here. Can you give - [Prison Outreach, Privacy, and Anonymity](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/anonymity/prison-outreach-privacy/) - The Question: Our Intergroup has been considering putting an information packet together to distribute to the criminal justice system. We are trying to determine if leaving literature and contact information at the courthouses is in keeping with the Traditions. There has been some concern expressed about privacy issues. We would be grateful for your input. - [Should there be Sobriety Requirements to do Service?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/structure/sobriety-requirements/) - The Question: What are the thoughts of the CSTCC on Sobriety Requirements for doing service in S.L.A.A.? My experience with other fellowships and with S.L.A.A intergroup here in my area is that anyone is welcome to be on a committee/intergroup but there were sobriety requirements to hold a position or to be an officer. This - [How should a group handle media inquiries?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/media/news-station-inquiry/) - The Question: Recently our Intergroup received an inquiry from a news station doing a story on teenage sex addiction on the Internet. We returned a call to the reporter, but never heard back. Since the issue of teenage sex addiction affects SLAA as a whole, we wanted to inquire with the steps and tradition committee - [Reporting Illegal Activity Disclosed in a Meeting](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/legal/reporting-illegal-activity/) - The Question: At a meeting in my area, a man shared about having sexual activities with very young children, including one relative. Although he had never been arrested for his activities, he did reveal to the pastor of the church where he is employed regarding his attraction for young children. Because he shared openly regarding - [Can Individual Members Make Donations for a Special Purpose?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/finances/personal-contributions/) - THE QUESTION: At our Intergroup a member twice gave to our Literature Sales and Distribution Rep $100 to buy Newcomer kits to be distributed equally among the groups who could then give them out for free. No one objected at the time and things were done as requested. Then, someone brought up that it might - [Can we combine an S.L.A.A. meeting with a Co-S.L.A.A. meeting?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/outside-issues/combined-meetings/) - Question: Since we have Chapter 3 in our Basic Text, “Living with the Sex Addict” (and I would like to add in our present culture – Anorexic), could not a Chapter 3 S.L.A.A. meeting be recognized as an S.L.A.A. meeting? [This would include the loved ones and members attending meetings together. This would amount to - [When a Member is Visibly Under the Influence](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/safety/under-the-influence/) - Question: Is it an S.L.A.A. Traditions violation on a conference committee call for a member on that call to be noticeably under the influence of alcohol? What if the chair doesn’t deal with the inebriated member either on the call or afterward? Tradition 2 states that our leaders are but trusted servants they do not - [Could we Identify Ourselves as S.L.A.A. Members in our Memoirs?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/anonymity/breaking-anonymity/) - Question: A memoir writer, who is also a member of S.L.A.A., has a publisher for her proposed memoir. She contacted FWS to inquire about her desire to disclose in this memoir that she is a member of S.L.A.A. and further details of her sex and love addiction recovery as they pertain to her life story. - [Can a Member Testify in Court to the Effectiveness of S.L.A.A.?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/legal/testifying-slaa-members/) - Question: A member of my group suggested that an SLAA committee conduct a study on the effectiveness of SLAA for sex addicts that could be used to support recovering addicts in court (or solicit some research in this area). Is this supported by the traditions? [T]his suggestion conflicts with our primary purpose which is to - [Can the F.W.S. Office Staff Participate in Outreach?](https://slaafws.org/kb/tradqa/structure/special-workers-outreach/) - Question: Is it within the traditions for our special workers (e.g. FWS staff) to spread the S.L.A.A. message by contacting professionals (e.g. therapists)? Is this in accordance with tradition 8 and step 12? Contact with therapists and other professionals has been one of the most effective tools which I have seen in attracting those who ## Events - [Greater Chicago-Milwaukee SLAA Summer Retreat 2026](https://slaafws.org/events/slaa-summer-retreat-2026/) - You are not alone. Your next step in recovery starts today. We look forward to seeing you there! Details: August 13-16, 2026 at The DeKoven Center in Racine, WI. Retreat Includes: 4 days, 3 nights, in a gorgeous historic landmark on the shores of Lake Michigan. 9 meals included as well as private bedrooms with - [SLAA HOW Workshop: Step 6](https://slaafws.org/events/slaa-how-workshop-steps-1-3-823/) - Open House Event - open to all members of S.L.A.A. This meeting requires Zoom authentication. Please ensure you are signed in to your Zoom account to join. - [SLAA Fantasy Addiction Workshop Series](https://slaafws.org/events/slaa-fantasy-addiction-workshop-series/) - HELP raise US$2000 to send S.L.A.A. Virtual Delegates to the 2026 SLAA Annual Business Meeting Join us for SLAA's first Fantasy Workshop! Six weekly workshops starting Sunday April 19 11 AM Los Angeles /2 PM New York/7 PM London 20 minute share + Q&A followed by open sharing: April 19: Jeff R (WA) Opening Speaker - [SLAA HOW Workshop: Steps 1-3](https://slaafws.org/events/slaa-how-workshop-steps-1-3/) - [International Recovery Convention 2026](https://slaafws.org/events/international-recovery-convention-2026/) - [SFEB Augustine Fellowship Spring/Summer Retreat](https://slaafws.org/events/sfeb-augustine-fellowship-spring-summer-retreat/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://slaafws.org/wp-content/uploads/flyer-on-PDF-inspiring.pdf"]Announcing the SFEB Augustine Fellowship Spring/Summer Retreat 50 Years of SLAA: Inspiring new members that long-term recovery is possible! 4pm Saturday evening, May 23rd – 2pm Monday afternoon May 25th, 2026 What is it? An overnight retreat in the wide open Petaluma , CA countryside, full of workshops, lake swimming/kayaking, meetings, fellowship, catered meals, - [Salt Lake S.L.A.A. Workshop](https://slaafws.org/events/salt-lake-s-l-a-a-workshop/) - [S.L.A.A. HOW Workshop – Healthy Relationships Open House](https://slaafws.org/events/s-l-a-a-how-workshop-healthy-relationships-open-house/) - Invite your S.L.A.A. friends from both in-person and virtual meetings—everyone is welcome! - [Sydney Daily 6th Birthday Bash 🎉](https://slaafws.org/events/sydney-daily-6th-birthday-bash-🎉/) - Since 2020, the Sydney Daily Zoom meetings have been running at 9:30 AM and 8:00 PM (AET). To celebrate their 6th anniversary, a special event has been organised. In the spirit of the 6th Birthday, six members will each share for six minutes on six key principles that support recovery: Spirituality Service Sponsorship & Meetings - [S.L.A.A. Weekend Retreat "Drop the Rock"](https://slaafws.org/events/s-l-a-a-weekend-retreat-drop-the-rock/) - In this retreat, our focus will be on the profound impact of Steps 6 and 7 in guiding us towards genuine freedom. We invite you to join us for an immersive exploration of these often-hurried steps. - [Memphis SLAA Spring Conference](https://slaafws.org/events/memphis-slaa-spring-conference/) - This is a free even hosted by the Memphis Area SLAA. There will be speakers, workshops and panels. Hours: Friday April 17, 6 PM - 10 PM | Saturday April 18, 8:45 PM - 5 PM - [Sponsorship Workshop - Tips and Traps](https://slaafws.org/events/sponsorship-workshop-tips-and-traps/) - Join the Sponsorship Committee's virtual workshop to expand your knowledge on sponsorship and hear from sponsor and sponsee speakers, as they share their own experience, strength and hope in their ongoing relationships. - [Growing Forward Together: Recover, Connect, Celebrate!](https://slaafws.org/events/growing-forward-together-recover-connect-celebrate/) - Join us for a 3-hour virtual event featuring a variety of interactive recovery workshops led by the S.L.A.A. Fellowship-Wide Services Board of Trustees, including: “Finding Your Path to Recovery” “Letting Go and Letting In” “Long Term Sobriety” “Three Lists: Bottom, Middle, Top Lines” “Overcoming Avoidant Behaviors” “Shame and the Addictive Loop” “Working the 12 Steps - [Speakers Meeting by S.L.A.A. Arkansas](https://slaafws.org/events/speakers-meeting-by-s-l-a-a-arkansas/) - This is an open, hybrid speakers meeting featuring Casey C sharing his experience, strength, and hope with the Central Arkansas S.L.A.A. Groups. The meeting is available in person and via Zoom. - [SLAAOnline 30th Anniversary Event & Workshop](https://slaafws.org/events/slaaonline-30th-anniversary-event-workshop/) - [2026 Annual Business Meeting](https://slaafws.org/events/2026-annual-business-meeting/) - Learn more at https://slaafws.org/abminfo - [S.L.A.A. Men's 12 Step Retreat](https://slaafws.org/events/s-l-a-a-mens-12-step-retreat-3/) - The GDVI Spring Step Retreats will be held concurrently at the Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center in Bangor, PA in the beautiful Pocono Mountains. Men's retreat will be held in the Turning Point Center. Women's retreat will be held in the Farmhouse & Meeting Space. Those who identify with they/them pronouns may attend the retreat - [S.L.A.A. Women's 12 Step Retreat](https://slaafws.org/events/s-l-a-a-womens-12-step-retreat/) - The GDVI Spring Step Retreats will be held concurrently at the Kirkridge Retreat and Study Center in Bangor, PA in the beautiful Pocono Mountains. Men's retreat will be held in the Turning Point Center. Women's retreat will be held in the Farmhouse & Meeting Space. Those who identify with they/them pronouns may attend the retreat - [Auckland Retreat](https://slaafws.org/events/auckland-retreat-2/) - REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN! Oratia, Auckland Full Weekend Onsite Stay $250 includes food and accommodation Saturday Full Day $100 Friday/Sunday ½ Day $50 each day passes include food Register and pay by Friday 20th February 2026: Any questions please email ther3treat@gmail.com - [Greater Delaware Valley Intergroup's Annual New Year's Day Hybrid event](https://slaafws.org/events/greater-delaware-valley-intergroups-annual-new-years-day-hybrid-event/) - Featuring potluck and inspiring speakers. Members of the fellowship and significant others are invited. No children, please. More at https://slaadvi.org/nyd2026 ## Conference Committees - [Conference Translation and International Outreach Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-translation-and-international-outreach-committee/) - Supports International S.L.A.A. Intergroups and groups to carry the message of recovery to the suffering sex and love addict in their own language. - [Conference Steps, Traditions, and Concepts Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-steps-traditions-and-concepts-committee/) - Promotes the study, understanding, and application of the Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions, and Twelve Concepts throughout the S.L.A.A. fellowship. Welcomes questions from the fellowship; responses are individual and neither binding nor authoritative. - [Conference Healthy Relationships Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-healthy-relationships-committee/) - Develops and implements resources and tools that enhance recovery as sex and love addicts by increasing capacity for building and sustaining healthy relationships of all types. - [Conference Public Information Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-public-information-committee/) - Carries the S.L.A.A. message to sex and love addicts by working with national and international service entities, intergroups, and local groups to convey S.L.A.A. information to potential members; providing materials to help members carry the message; and supporting service bodies to do outreach at intergroup and group levels. - [Conference Literature Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-literature-committee/) - Creates quality literature in support of S.L.A.A. recovery. Guides the planning, writing, and editing of literature from writers, writing groups, or service bodies within S.L.A.A., and approves draft literature prior to submission for full Conference approval. - [Conference Service Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-service-committee/) - Carries the message of sobriety through service by attracting, educating, and unifying members to be of service, giving back to the S.L.A.A. community what we continue to freely receive. - [Conference Sponsorship Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-sponsorship-committee/) - Supports and strengthens all forms of S.L.A.A. Sponsorship. Dedicated to promoting recovery by drawing on the tool of sponsorship and making it accessible and rewarding to sponsors and sponsees in the Fellowship. - [Conference Anorexia Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-anorexia-committee/) - Carries the message to the S.L.A.A. community that sexual, social, and emotional anorexia can be an inherent part of sex and love addiction, and encourages integrating this idea into all areas of the Fellowship and its literature. - [Conference By-Laws Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-by-laws-committee/) - Responsible for maintaining and updating the current S.L.A.A. By-Laws in cooperation with the BOT. Acts in an advisory capacity regarding potential or requested By-Law changes, and facilitates changes per Article XIV. - [Conference Charter Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-charter-committee/) - Responsible for implementation of the Conference Charter as stated in the By-Laws, Article V. Acts as liaison to the Conference Committees and facilitates the ABC/M in cooperation with the BOT. - [Conference Diversity Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-diversity-committee/) - Carries the S.L.A.A. message to broader groups of people around the world by representing and honoring the considerable diversity of patterns and forms of sex and love addiction, and helping diverse groups within S.L.A.A. get their recovery needs met. - [Conference Finance Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-finance-committee/) - Responsible for the allocation of funds to the various Conference Committees based on their requests and the available funds provided by the BOT/F.W.S. Works with the BOT/F.W.S. to help increase financial support from individual groups, Intergroups, and other sources within the guidelines of the Twelve Traditions and Twelve Concepts. - [Conference Fantasy Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-fantasy-committee/) - Supports individuals who identify fantasy as a key factor in their sex and love addiction. - [Conference Journal Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-journal-committee/) - Responsible for the creation of The Journal, S.L.A.A.'s monthly/bi-monthly "meeting in print" magazine focusing on S.L.A.A. recovery and related issues. Works with the BOT and F.W.S. to ensure publication and address Journal policies. - [Conference Member Retention Committee](https://slaafws.org/conference-committees/conference-member-retention-committee/) - Develops and implements tools and methods to retain members, as well as accessing the wisdom, experience, strength, and hope of long-time members. ## Board Committees - [Board Outreach Committee](https://slaafws.org/board-committees/board-outreach-committee/) - Board Outreach Committee (BOC) focuses on matters relating to oral or written communications emanating from F.W.S. - [Board Development Committee](https://slaafws.org/board-committees/board-development-committee/) - The Board Development Committee (BDC) focuses on the internal activities, systems and procedures of the Board of Trustees (BOT) to ensure its long-term effectiveness. - [Board Publishing and Distribution Committee](https://slaafws.org/board-committees/board-publishing-and-distribution-committee/) - The Board Publishing and Distribution Committee (BPDC) is responsible for its part in the Literature Creation, Editing and Publishing (LCEP) process, preparing literature for sale and distribution in print and digital formats. The BPDC manages Conference-Approved literature, approved translations of literature from English, and other documents that will be made available (excluding theJournal, which is the responsibility of the Conference Journal Committee). - [Special Committee on S.L.A.A.'s 50th Anniversary](https://slaafws.org/board-committees/special-committee-on-s-l-a-a-s-50th-anniversary/) - This committee is a special joint committee of members of the BOC, BFC, B7TC, F.W.S. Staff, and the BOT to coordinate activities and outreach around S.L.A.A.'s 50th Anniversary (2026) - [Board 7th Tradition Committee](https://slaafws.org/board-committees/board-7th-tradition-committee/) - Abiding with all Traditions, especially focusing on the 7th, the primary mission of the Board Seventh Tradition Committee (B7TC) is to help ensure the long-term financial well-being and fiscal sustainability of the Fellowship through the development and implementation of 7th Tradition giving opportunities. The B7TC studies, develops, designs, and implements the attraction campaigns that are vital to the Fellowship’s financial stability and growth. The B7TC fulfills its mission by various means including information gathering, relationship building, and contribution campaigns to meet the general ongoing, unique, and specific needs of our Fellowship. - [Board Technology Committee](https://slaafws.org/board-committees/board-technology-committee/) - The Board Technology Committee (BTC) is to promote, support and coordinate the use of technology in order to benefit the function and welfare of the S.L.A.A. fellowship. It acts in an advisory capacity to the BOT, Fellowship-Wide Services and the Conference. - [Board Human Resources & Personnel Committee](https://slaafws.org/board-committees/board-human-resources-personnel-committee/) - The Board Human Resources Personnel Committee (BHR/PC) focuses on all matters related to staff and volunteers in or associated with the F.W.S. Office. - [Board Finance Committee](https://slaafws.org/board-committees/board-finance-committee/) - The Board Finance Committee (BFC) is mandated by the By-Laws and focuses on matters of a financial nature or which have potential financial implications for the Fellowship. - [Board Copyright and Translation Committee](https://slaafws.org/board-committees/board-copyright-and-translation-committee/) - The Board Copyright and Translation Committee (BCTC) focuses on protecting and maintaining copyright and trademarks and following up on royalties from the translation of literature. - [Board Annual Business Meeting Planning Committee](https://slaafws.org/board-committees/board-annual-business-meeting-planning-committee/) - The Board Annual Business Meeting Planning Committee (BABMPC) is a task-oriented, deadline-driven work group committed to executing specific responsibilities efficiently and collaboratively. Unlike a traditional Board of Trustees (BOT) committee, the BABMPC focuses on action and implementation to meet deadlines for the Annual Business Conference/Meeting (ABC/M), over policy formulation. ## Professional Outreach - [Faith Leaders](https://slaafws.org/professional-outreach/for-faith-leaders/) - As a spiritual or faith leader, you encounter people in your care whose sexual or romantic behavior has created unmanageability in their lives - for example, serial affairs, compulsive pornography use, hidden online activity, emotionally abusive relationships, or total withdrawal from loving connection fueled by shame and fear. We want to ensure that S.L.A.A. is a resource to suggest when appropriate, so your congregants can pursue healthier, safer, and more spiritually aligned lives in concert with your pastoral support. - [Sex Offender Treatment Providers](https://slaafws.org/professional-outreach/for-sex-offender-treatment-providers/) - As a ‘sex offender’ treatment provider, you regularly encounter individuals whose sexual behaviors have caused significant harm to others, led to criminal charges, incarceration, loss of family relationships, and profound shame and isolation. S.L.A.A. is a resource to help appropriate clients build accountability, sexual sobriety, and healthier relationship patterns that last long after the completion of formal treatment or supervision. - [Prison Officials](https://slaafws.org/professional-outreach/for-prison-officials-wardens-treatment-coordinators-corrections-counselors-chaplains/) - As a prison official, treatment coordinator, corrections counselor, or chaplain, you will likely encounter individuals whose sexual and relational behaviors have contributed to their offenses, institutional infractions, conflicts with staff and peers, and repeated returns to custody. S.L.A.A. is a tool to support incarcerated individuals in developing accountability, emotional regulation, and healthier patterns of intimacy to reduce risk and support successful reentry. - [Pre-Trial, Parole, & Probation Officers](https://slaafws.org/professional-outreach/for-pre-trial-parole-and-probation-officers/) - As a pre-trial, parole, or probation officer, you supervise individuals whose past choices have contributed to criminal charges, domestic disturbances, protection order breaches, and repeated cycles of arrest and non-compliance. We want to ensure that the 12-Step Recovery program of S.L.A.A. is in your arsenal of tools to help people under your supervision access a supportive environment that reinforces and supports the behavioral changes you are working to promote through monitoring and conditions. - [For the Professional](https://slaafws.org/professional-outreach/for-the-professional/) - Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (S.L.A.A.) is a twelve-step fellowship for individuals seeking recovery from sex and love addiction. Many kinds of inappropriate sexual and relational behaviors manifest as a form of addiction, which means people find it difficult to stop, despite the negative impact. The following behaviors may be considered manifestations of the addiction, which may include potentially compulsive, repetitive, harmful, illegal, or otherwise problematic issues. ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://slaafws.org/category/uncategorized/) - [theJournal](https://slaafws.org/category/publications/thejournal/) - [Service](https://slaafws.org/category/service/) - [Meetings](https://slaafws.org/category/meetings/) - [Sponsorship](https://slaafws.org/category/sponsorship/) - [Newcomers](https://slaafws.org/category/newcomers/) - [Board of Trustees](https://slaafws.org/category/board-of-trustees/) - [Intergroups](https://slaafws.org/category/intergroups/) - [Fellowship-Wide Services](https://slaafws.org/category/fellowship-wide-services/) - [Conference Service](https://slaafws.org/category/service/conference-service/) - [Board Service](https://slaafws.org/category/service/board-service/) - [Publications](https://slaafws.org/category/publications/) - [F.W.S. Newsletter](https://slaafws.org/category/publications/fws-newsletter/) - [Policies](https://slaafws.org/category/policies/) - [Annual Business Meeting](https://slaafws.org/category/annual-business-meeting/) - [Meeting and Group Management](https://slaafws.org/category/meeting-and-group-management/) - [tech](https://slaafws.org/category/tech/) ## Tags - [ABM](https://slaafws.org/tag/abm/) - [Addiction](https://slaafws.org/tag/addiction/) - [Anorexia](https://slaafws.org/tag/anorexia/) - [BOT](https://slaafws.org/tag/bot/) - [By-Laws](https://slaafws.org/tag/by-laws/) - [Concepts](https://slaafws.org/tag/concepts/) - [Contributions](https://slaafws.org/tag/contributions/) - [Copyright](https://slaafws.org/tag/copyright/) - [Diversity](https://slaafws.org/tag/diversity/) - [Events](https://slaafws.org/tag/events/) - [Family](https://slaafws.org/tag/family/) - [Fellowship-Wide Services](https://slaafws.org/tag/fellowship-wide-services/) - [Finances](https://slaafws.org/tag/finance/) - [Healthy Relationships](https://slaafws.org/tag/healthy-relationships/) - [Intergroups](https://slaafws.org/tag/intergroup/) - [LGBTQ](https://slaafws.org/tag/lgbtq/) - [Literature](https://slaafws.org/tag/literature/) - [Meetings](https://slaafws.org/tag/meetings/) - [Member Retention](https://slaafws.org/tag/member-retention/) - [Minors](https://slaafws.org/tag/minors/) - [Minutes](https://slaafws.org/tag/minutes/) - [Prison](https://slaafws.org/tag/prison/) - [Public Information](https://slaafws.org/tag/public-information/) - [Service](https://slaafws.org/tag/service/) - Service keeps us sober. - [Sponsor](https://slaafws.org/tag/sponsor/) - [Sponsorship](https://slaafws.org/tag/sponsorship/) - [Spouses](https://slaafws.org/tag/spouses/) - [Translation](https://slaafws.org/tag/translation/) - [Writing](https://slaafws.org/tag/writing/) - [Cross Addiction](https://slaafws.org/tag/cross-addiction/) - [Safety](https://slaafws.org/tag/safety/) - [Character Defects](https://slaafws.org/tag/character-defects/) - [Intimacy](https://slaafws.org/tag/intimacy/) - [Newcomers](https://slaafws.org/tag/newcomers/) - 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Newsletter](https://slaafws.org/tag/f-w-s-newsletter/) - [Committees](https://slaafws.org/tag/committees/) - [8 Core Documents](https://slaafws.org/tag/8-core-documents/) - [Meeting Structure](https://slaafws.org/tag/meeting-structure/) - [Discussion](https://slaafws.org/tag/discussion/) - [Special Interest](https://slaafws.org/tag/special-interest/) - [Member](https://slaafws.org/tag/member/) - [Meeting Behavior](https://slaafws.org/tag/meeting-behavior/) - [Meeting Management](https://slaafws.org/tag/meeting-management/) - [Intergroup Management](https://slaafws.org/tag/intergroup-management/) - [Introduction](https://slaafws.org/tag/introduction/) - [60/40](https://slaafws.org/tag/60-40/) - [7th Tradition](https://slaafws.org/tag/7th-tradition/) - [Affiliation](https://slaafws.org/tag/affiliation/) - [Patience](https://slaafws.org/tag/patience/) - [Pink Cloud](https://slaafws.org/tag/pink-cloud/) - [Initial Recovery](https://slaafws.org/tag/initial-recovery/) - [surrender](https://slaafws.org/tag/surrender/) - [isolation](https://slaafws.org/tag/isolation/) - [progress not perfection](https://slaafws.org/tag/progress-not-perfection/) - [Joy of Recovery](https://slaafws.org/tag/joy-of-recovery/) - [Anorexia 50 Questions](https://slaafws.org/tag/anorexia-50-questions/) - [Working the Program](https://slaafws.org/tag/working-the-program/) - [Creativity](https://slaafws.org/tag/creativity/) - [Amends](https://slaafws.org/tag/amends/) - [Change](https://slaafws.org/tag/change/) - [Honesty](https://slaafws.org/tag/honesty/) - [Back to Basics](https://slaafws.org/tag/back-to-basics/) - [Withdrawal](https://slaafws.org/tag/withdrawal/) - [Acting As If](https://slaafws.org/tag/acting-as-if/) - [Different Sexual Cycles](https://slaafws.org/tag/different-sexual-cycles/) - [Sexual Cycles](https://slaafws.org/tag/sexual-cycles/) - [recovery suggestions](https://slaafws.org/tag/recovery-suggestions/) - [recovery](https://slaafws.org/tag/recovery/) - [self-love](https://slaafws.org/tag/self-love/) - [stress](https://slaafws.org/tag/stress/) - [grief](https://slaafws.org/tag/grief/) - [life](https://slaafws.org/tag/life/) - [meditation](https://slaafws.org/tag/meditation/) - [step 11](https://slaafws.org/tag/step-11/) - [listening](https://slaafws.org/tag/listening/) - [spiritual needs](https://slaafws.org/tag/spiritual-needs/) - [love addiction](https://slaafws.org/tag/love-addiction/) - [Codependency](https://slaafws.org/tag/codependency/) - [Stalking](https://slaafws.org/tag/stalking/) - [The Journal](https://slaafws.org/tag/the-journal/) ## Docs Categories - [All About Service](https://slaafws.org/knowledge/service/about-service/) - Everything you need to know about service in S.L.A.A. - [Anonymity](https://slaafws.org/knowledge/tradqa/anonymity/) - [Anorexia](https://slaafws.org/knowledge/general/anorexia/) - [Board Service](https://slaafws.org/knowledge/service/board-service/) - [Conference Committees](https://slaafws.org/knowledge/service/conference-committees/) - [Conference Service](https://slaafws.org/knowledge/service/conference-service/) - [Copyright and Legal](https://slaafws.org/knowledge/tradqa/legal/) - [FAQs](https://slaafws.org/knowledge/general/faqs/) - Frequently asked questions about S.L.A.A. - [Finances](https://slaafws.org/knowledge/tradqa/finances/) - [Literature](https://slaafws.org/knowledge/tradqa/literature/) - [Media and Internet](https://slaafws.org/knowledge/tradqa/media/) - [Meeting Matters](https://slaafws.org/knowledge/tradqa/meeting-matters/) - [Meetings](https://slaafws.org/knowledge/general/meetings/) - An introduction to S.L.A.A. 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