GSR Resources

Step 1: Get Registered 

• Update your info: Ensure you or the outgoing GSR has submitted your name and contact information to your District Committee Member (DCM) and Area Registrar.

• The GSR Kit: Once registered, watch for your GSR Kit from the General Service Office. It contains the Service Manual and essential literature.

Step 2: Build Your Support Team 

• Find a Service Sponsor: Ask someone who has experience in District or Area service to mentor you. This is different from a recovery sponsor.

• Connect with your DCM: Introduce yourself to your District Committee Member. They are your primary resource for questions about local service. 

Step 3: Gather Your Tools 

• [ ] Download or buy the A.A. Service Manual.

• [ ] Get the GSR Kit 

• [ ] Bookmark aa.org on your phone/computer.

• [ ] Get a copy of your Area and District Guidelines (ask your DCM for these).

• [ ] Locate your group’s Service Number (needed for all contributions and correspondence). 

Step 4: Show Up 

• District Meetings: Mark your calendar for the monthly District meeting.

• Area 53 Assemblies: Find out when the next Area Assembly is held (usually quarterly).

Step 5: Start Communicating 

• Group Business Meeting: Schedule a 5-minute slot at your home group’s business meeting to give your first report. 

Links:

• GSR Kit

• AA Service Manual

• AA.org

• Box 4-5-9

• Contact Area 53 List

• Area 53 District List & Map

• District Meetings Calendar

• Area 53 Assemblies

• Area 53 Events Calendar

• Area 53 Contributions

• GSO Contributions

• GSR Checklist (Printable)

• GSR Template for Reports

GSR Checklist

GSR Report Template

Google Drive Links