GaL-AA Winter Newsletter – 1st Quarter 2025

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Title: GaL-AA Winter Newsletter – 1st Quarter 2025
Date: January–March 2025
Main Articles / Topics:
- Message from the Chair (Hilde M.) – Preparing for 2025 International Convention, new committee members, and call for member input.
- Steps 1–3: The Foundation – Reflections on the “foundation steps” with stories and lessons.
- Traditions 1–3: The Checklist – Using the Grapevine’s Traditions Checklist as a tool for unity and self-reflection.
- Members’ Stories:
  - Steve N. – Journey through alcoholism, relapse, treatment, and renewed sobriety in Las Vegas.
  - Luz G. – Story of recovery as a transgender woman, resilience through relapse, and commitment to AA service.
- 2024 Annual Meeting & Town Hall Recap – Highlights of GaL-AA’s corporate operations, committees, and transparency.
- Contributions Report (Q4 2024) – Listing of group and individual contributions.
- Roundups & Conferences – Upcoming U.S. & Canadian LGBTQ+ AA roundups (Dallas, Gulf Coast, SEMRU, Rehoboth, Myrtle Beach, Honolulu, NJ, Detroit, Scottsdale, Highlands, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Springs, Dallas, New York, San Francisco, Houston, etc.).
Key People Mentioned: Hilde M., Solis R., Steve N., Luz G., Mark P., Jim D., Dale W., Pierre B., James R.
Links Noted: gal-aa.org/contribute, gal-aa.org/meeting-minutes, internationalwomensconference.org, roundup websites.
Tags/Keywords: GaL-AA, LGBTQ+ Alcoholics Anonymous, Steps 1–3, Traditions, Sobriety Stories, 2024 Annual Meeting, Roundups, Service, Inclusion, Recovery