Narateen

The Southern California Regional Guidelines for Narateen have been approved by the SoCal Regional Assemby and by the Narateen WS Commitee

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If you would like to join the SoCal Narateen email list for future updates or if you have any questions, please feel free to contact Ken, SoCal Narateen committee chair, at SoCalNarateen@Nar-Anon.org

Next Meeting:
Monday, September 21, 2020, 6:30pm PST

This will be a general informational meeting. Please join us on Monday evening 9/21 at 6:30pm for a no-obligation information meeting. The agenda will include:
- A brief overview … What is Narateen and FAQ
- Status update regarding plans to launch Narateen in SoCal
- How the new Virtual meetings format (i.e. Zoom, Skype, etc.) will have an exciting and positive effect on Narateen
- Volunteer opportunities (incl. information on starting or facilitating a meeting)
- Q&A
The next committee meeting date will be scheduled soon. Agenda TBA.
- Meetings were temporarily suspended due to several reasons which included waiting for approval of the SoCal Narateen Guidelines from World Service, establishing a background check procedure and the COVID-19 crisis.

MEETING DETAILS:

WHEN: Monday, September 21, 2020, 6:30pm PST

ZOOM LOGIN INFORMATION (by computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.):

Dial-in by Phone:

Dial-in: (253) 215-8782

Meeting ID:560 611 0072

Passcode: 374596812

Create and launch a new Narateen fellowship for the SoCal region. This will include:
- Researching all local laws and regulations that concern organizing support groups for minors
- Develop a comprehensive guide for Narateen volunteer Facilitators
  - **(NEW)** At the June 2019, the SoCal Narateen Committee voted unanimously to approve the newly drafted, Southern California Region Guidelines for Narateen ... it is now pending approval from SoCal Assembly at the next RSC regional meeting.
- Develop and maintain an application and approval process for proposed new Narateen groups
Assist in organizing regularly scheduled Narateen meetings within the SoCal region. This will include:
- Assist with application requests for new meetings
- Recruit, train and supervise Narateen adult Facilitators on an ongoing basis to ensure that standards and requirements are followed
- Work with the Outreach Committee to help develop Narateen awareness within the Nar-Anon fellowship and to the general public
Coordination with the World Service Narateen Committee

Attend Nar-Anon or Narateen group meetings regularly
A working knowledge of Nar-Anon's 12 Steps, Traditions and Concepts of Service
Ability to work independently and as a team member; make suggestions; be flexible in the decision making process; and complete assignments within deadlines
Be available to attend scheduled committee meetings using the technology pre- determined for such meetings

At least one Facilitator or member from each Narateen group will serve on the committee.
The Narateen subcommittee shall update the safety guidelines and other documentation as needed and present a motion for assembly approval when required.
Submit a yearly budget proposal to the region.
Refer to the NTPP the names of interested Facilitators who have communicated with the committee and appear committed to supporting a Narateen meeting.
Support existing group members and Facilitators.
Support outreach and new group formation.
- At least one Narateen committee member or Facilitator will also serve on the SoCal Outreach Subcommittee to facilitate the inclusion of Narateen in all outreach efforts.
Support Narateen participation in local Nar-anon conventions.
Work to design and maintain a facilitator training program.
Assign experienced Facilitators to mentor new Facilitators.

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