Why should I be a GSR?
The strength of our whole A.A. service structure starts with the group and with the general service representative (GSR) the group elects. We cannot emphasize too strongly the GSR’s importance.
What do I need to be A GSR?
Like everything in AA, these are suggestive only, however our collective experience and the AA service literature recommend that …
An effective GSR needs:
- 2-3 years of continuous sobriety in AA
- Time available to attend District Meetings and Area Assemblies
- To be open minded and a good listener
- To be an information gatherer
- A keen interest in AA as a whole (not just the Group)
- A willingness to serve AA
The GSR:
- Is elected by the Group at the Group Conscience
- Serves for 2 years
- Is supported by an Alternate GSR elected at the same time as the GSR
GSR Bootcamp
Watch this 1 hour workshop presentation on why GSRs are considered by many to be the most important role in AA General Service. If you are a GSR, or if you’re considering becoming one, we hope this video assists you in deciding if the responsibility is for you.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_hWmFLAz5g
Tips for getting started:
- Register as your Group GSR here or email the Area B Registrar
- Download the Area B GSR Welcome Pack
- Email or call the General Service Office (GSO) of AA Australia to inform them that you are the GSR for your Group and request to receive the quarterly Newsletter “AA Around Australia” to keep in touch with what’s happening in AA nationally
Contact GSO: Phone: (02) 9599 8866 Email: gso@aa.org.au - Register with the AA Australia Service Website
- Check out the following publications: