Getting Started: Preparing to Start and Convene a Local Meeting

Before convening a LifeRing meeting, convenors should become familiar with several key aspects of the organization and its philosophy:

• LifeRing Philosophy: Understand the LifeRing Secular Recovery philosophy , including "The 3-S" Philosophy  and "The A and the S" Conflict.
• Convening Principles: Review How Was Your Week - The Convenor's Handbook, particularly chapters 2, 3, 4, 8, and 12.
• Learn about convening dynamic meetings
• LifeRing Sobriety Policy Statement: Familiarize yourself with LifeRing's sobriety policy.
• Meeting Locations Worksheet

Ready for the next steps? Please submit the Prospective Convenor Information form and your Regional representative will set up a meeting with you to discuss your plans, available resources, and next steps.

Have questions? Reach out to your regional representative.