Connecting and Growing: Refuge Recovery's Monthly Group Rep Meeting
Episode Overview
Group Reps are essential for connecting local groups with World Services. Proper management of Zoom meetings is crucial for smooth operations. Donations are vital for the organisation's sustainability. Training materials are available to help hosts manage Zoom meetings effectively. Starting new in-person meetings can help address attendance issues.
May each of us do what needs to be done to free ourselves from the suffering of addiction.
The Refuge Recovery podcast offers a unique approach to addiction recovery with its Buddhist-oriented, non-theistic programme. This episode features a Group Rep and Q&A meeting, led by Vanessa, a volunteer on the Board of Directors. The session, held every third Thursday of the month, is an essential gathering for Group Reps from both online and in-person meetings. It's a chance to connect, share resources, and ask questions about the Refuge Recovery programme.
The meeting covers updates from World Services, addresses concerns brought forward by Group Reps, and opens the floor for general questions. Sebastian from World Services provides practical advice for managing Zoom meetings, highlighting the importance of keeping usernames and passwords handy and ensuring proper use of Zoom profiles. Kelly introduces new training materials for hosting Zoom meetings, including step-by-step guides and video tutorials. Noah provides a financial update and stresses the importance of donations to keep the organisation running.
The episode also touches on the challenges of maintaining attendance at online meetings and the potential benefits of starting new in-person meetings. The conversation is engaging and informative, offering valuable insights for anyone involved in Refuge Recovery. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn more about the programme and how you can contribute to its success.