Background:
This workshop has passed (June 25, 2017) and this is its archive.
Earlier this year January, 2017 Ed C. came up the idea for this workshop. He was concerned that that there were not enough ACA Sponsors (male or female) to go around.
It was also Ed's idea that by having a panel and then having everyone go through an accelerated version of the 12 Steps would motivate the attendees to become sponsors themselves.
Before the workshop we announced the workshop at our meetings, put up a web-page about it, and handed out flyers about it. You can see what was done here.
20 people attended to the workshop.
Room Setup & Materials:
1. We rented out a room at the Share Center for the workshop.
2. We arranged the room so there was a podium at the front.
3. Next to the podium was a table, with two chairs, for the panelists.
4. about 40 chairs arranged in rows in front of the podium.
5. A copy of the 12 Steps in 12 Minutes Handout Worksheet is placed on every chair.
6. A pen is also placed on every chair.
7. A desk and chair was setup at the front of the room to collect the $5.00 honorarium and to sell discounted BRB and Yellow Workbooks.
Workshop Format:
I. Ed C. kicks off the workshop and welcomes everyone.
II. Then there is 4 Minutes of meditation.
III. Ed. C. gives his past history of struggling with recovery and realizing that he needs a sponsor, but then the fellow traveler concept is the way to go.
IV. Panelists (Libby H. and Liz F. ) share their experience, strength, and hope in regards to joining the ACA Program, personal struggles, and issues with sponsorship.
V. Ed C. then opens up the workshop to Q and A.
VI. After the Q and A, Ed C. then walks the attendees thorough the 12 Steps in 12 Minutes.
VII. End of Workshop.
Documentation:
The 12 Steps in 12 Minutes Leadership Guide is located here.
The 12 Steps in 12 Minutes Handout Worksheet is located here.
Note:
It is our hope that by documenting the workshop, as thoroughly as possible, others within the ACA Community will be able to use what we created to teach this workshop at their location.
Bios and contact information for Ed C., Libby H., and Liz F. is at the bottom of this page for any questions you may have about the workshop or sponsorship.
Workshop Presenter and Panelist Bios:
