- Acts as liaison between the group and the District, and between the group and the Area Assembly.
- Becomes familiar with the current edition of the Al-Anon/Alateen Service Manual (P-24/27) and encourages its use among group members.
- Works through the District in helping to initiate public outreach projects.
- Encourages Alateen sponsorship in accordance with Area Alateen Safety and Behavioral Requirements.
- Serves as local representative of the appropriate Al-Anon/Alateen member magazine, The Forum, Al-Anon y Alateen en acción, or Le lien by:
- Acquainting members with its usefulness.
- Suggesting personal subscriptions.
- Submitting group subscriptions to the WSO.
- Encouraging members to write articles.
- Is elected for a three-year term.
- Encourages election of an Alternate GR.
Group Reps represent their groups at District Meetings and the Area Assembly.