More specifically, ANLP is responsible for:

• Formats the manuscripts for all MA literature for their publication
• Manages the publication, storage, fulfillment and distribution of all MA literature, including MA’s foundational text, Life with Hope and the companion Life with Hope 12 Step Workbook, MA’s book of daily reflections, Living Every Day with Hope, MA service materials, and pamphlets.
• Produces, selects content for, formats, and publishes, A New Leaf, MA’s monthly creative publication created featuring member submitted stories, poetry, photography, comics, puzzle/games, artwork, drawings, sobriety birthdays/anniversaries, and other content that reflects a spirit of recovery, unity and service, and for the purpose of “carrying the message of recovery and service to the society of MA”
• Distributes the Daily Dose email with each day’s reflection from Living Every Day with Hope
• Manages the online store for selling MA literature, including service materials such as the Service Manual, New Meeting Starter Kit, and pamphlets, as well as other MA literature, including Living Every Day with Hope, and beginning September 21, 2025, Life with Hope and the Life with Hope 12-Step Workbook will also be available to purchase from the ANLP online store (as well as other retailers). 
• Oversees MA’s intellectual property (including MA’s trademarks of the MA name and logo, and MA’s copyrights), and manage’s MA’s licensing agreements (see MA12.org/tokens for recovery-based chip vendors with licensing agreements)
• Works with ANLP Liaisons to: solicit member content to submit for possible publication in A New Leaf, including sobriety birthdays/anniversaries and creative content, share ANLP’s Monthly “Pitch Points” (ANLP12.org/pitchpoints) with ANLP news and service opportunities, and solicits member feedback on how ANLP can best fulfill its purpose, and facilitates communication between ANLP and MA members. Anyone can be anANLP Liaison by sharing ANLP Pitch Points in their meetings. Email the Liaison Coordinator: [email protected], with any questions, or to be added to the email list to receive big ANLP news and updates, and notifications when the monthly pitch points are updated. 

As a DBA or “doing business as” of MA World Services, ANLP keeps the spiritual message of recovery separate from financial and property concerns. For more information about the ANLP Department, read the ANLP “FAQ” (available at ANLP12.org/FAQ) and the ANLP Charter, which governs ANLP’s operations, in Appendix I, Service Manual Ver. 8.2 (available at MA12.org/SM)

Heather C. of District 5, is the current ANLP Chairperson – term ends June 2026

The Chairperson is primarily responsible for leading MA’s publishing Department meetings. With support from the MA General Manager, the Chairperson supervises ANLP’s Special Workers and the day-to-day operations for the publication and distribution of MA literature. The Chairperson also supports the ANLP Editors in producing the Daily Dose email featuring entries from Living Every Day with Hope, and A New Leaf (MA’s monthly creative publication).  

Qualifications:

• Strong leadership qualities, ability to work well with others, and familiarity with Parliamentary Procedure
• Proficient with Google Workspace: Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Google Sheets and Google Docs. Training and support are available if needed for this with familiarity or the willingness and ability to learn.
• Additional Qualifications the ANLP Chairperson should have at least:
  • Sobriety: Two (2) years clean and sober from marijuana, alcohol, and all other mind-altering substances (unless those substances are taken as prescribed by a healthcare provider) 
  • Service: One (1) year of service experience at the World level, such as a member of ANLP, or the MA World Services Board of Trustees, a Conference Delegate, or committee member. Additional suggested experience as a District or Committee Chairperson, or any relevant career experience is beneficial but not required.
  • Should a candidate not be found who meets these qualifications, the Board of Trustees may vote to make exceptions within its discretion.

Term Length:

• Two (2) years from the date elected as Secretary, and they may serve an additional two-year term (for a total of 4 years)
• Volunteer, appointed by the MA World Services Board of Trustees
  • The Chairperson may also be on the Board of Trustees (elected by the Conference Third Legacy) if the Board chooses to organize itself that way. However, it is not a requirement that the ANLP Chair also be on the Board of Trustees.

Email: [email protected]

Layne J.F. of District 5, is our current ANLP Treasurer – term ends August 2026

The Treasurer’s primary responsibility is to monitor all of ANLP’s finances’ while working in compliance with all MA World Services requirements, including coordinating with and filing reports to the MA World Services Treasury Team.

Qualifications:

• Proficient with basic bookkeeping 
• Familiar with using financial programs such as PayPal, Zelle, Bank of America, and ideally Quickbooks
• Proficient with Google Workspace: Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Google Sheets and Google Docs. Training and support are available if needed for this with familiarity or the willingness and ability to learn.
• Additional Qualifications the ANLP Treasurer should have at least: 
  • Sobriety: Two (2) years clean and sober from marijuana, alcohol, and all other mind-altering substances (unless those substances are taken as prescribed by a healthcare provider) 
  • Service: One (1) year of service experience at the World level, such as a member of ANLP, MA World Services Board Member, Conference Delegate, or a committee member. Suggested experience as a District or World Services Treasurer, or equivalent career experience.
  • Should a candidate not be found who meets these qualifications, the Board of Trustees may vote to make exceptions within its discretion.

Term Length:

• Two (2) years from the date elected as Treasurer, and they may serve an additional two-year term (for a total of 4 years)
• Volunteer, appointed by the MA World Services Board of Trustees

Email: [email protected]

Brian L. of District 22, is our current ANLP Secretary – term ends July 2026

The Secretary’s primary responsibility is to communicate department meeting reminders and act as the primary scribe recording the meeting minutes.

Qualifications:

• Strong communication and typing skills
• Proficient with Google Workspace: Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Google Sheets and Google Docs. Training and support are available if needed for this with familiarity or the willingness and ability to learn.
• Additional Qualifications the ANLP Secretary should have at least:
  • Sobriety: Two (2) years clean and sober from marijuana, alcohol, and all other mind-altering substances (unless those substances are taken as prescribed by a healthcare provider) 
  • Service: One (1) year of service experience at the World level, such as a member of ANLP, MA World Services Board Member, Conference Delegate, or a committee member.
  • Should a candidate not be found who meets these qualifications, the Board of Trustees may vote to make exceptions within its discretion.

Term Length:

• Two (2) years from the date elected as Secretary, and they may serve an additional two-year term (for a total of 4 years)
• Volunteer, appointed by the MA World Services Board of Trustees

Email: [email protected]

Tiffany A. of District 8, is our acting Content Editor – term ended July 2025

The Content Editor’s primary responsibility is to review submissions and select varied content for publication in A New Leaf, with feedback from other ANLP members.

Qualifications:

• Strong editing and typesetting skills
• Proficient with Google Workspace: Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Google Sheets and Google Docs. Training and support are available if needed for this with familiarity or the willingness and ability to learn.
• Additional Qualifications the ANLP Content Editor should have at least:
  • Sobriety: Two (2) years clean and sober from marijuana, alcohol, and all other mind-altering substances (unless those substances are taken as prescribed by a healthcare provider) 
  • Service: One (1) year of service experience at the World level, such as a member of ANLP, MA World Services Board Member, Conference Delegate, or a committee member.
  • Should a candidate not be found who meets these qualifications, the ANLP Department may vote to make exceptions within its discretion.

Term Length:

• One (1) year from the date elected as Secretary, and they may serve an additional one-year term (for a total of 2 consecutive years)
• Volunteer, appointed by the ANLP Department Members

Email: [email protected]

The Correspondence Editor‘s primary responsibility is to support the A New Leaf Editors and communicate with members who submit content for publication in A New Leaf. 

Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills with the ability to respond to emails in a timely fashion, usually within 48 hours.
• Proficient with Google Workspace: Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Google Sheets and Google Docs. Training and support are available if needed for this with familiarity or the willingness and ability to learn.
• Additional Qualifications the ANLP Content Editor should have at least:
  • Two (2) years clean and sober from marijuana, alcohol, and all other mind-altering substances (unless those substances are taken as prescribed by a healthcare provider) 
  • One (1) year of service experience at the World level, such as a member of ANLP, MA World Services Board Member, Conference Delegate, or a committee member.
  • Should a candidate not be found who meets these qualifications, the ANLP Department may vote to make exceptions within its discretion.

Term Length:

• One (1) year from the date elected as Secretary, and they may serve an additional one-year term (for a total of 2 consecutive years)
• Volunteer, appointed by the ANLP Department Members

This position is currently vacant. We extend our gratitude to Letty A. for her dedicated service this past year!

The Design Editor’s primary responsibility is to utilize MailChimp to produce the Daily Dose emails and each month’s issue of A New Leaf. Additionally, the Design Editor uploads content from A New Leaf and images into the blog space on the ANLP website.

Qualifications:

• Capable of formatting, designing, and selecting appropriate images that support inclusion and representation, also ensuring accessibility through the use of alternative (alt) text.
• Proficient with MailChimp, Canva, WordPress, Google Workspace: Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Google Sheets and Google Docs. Training and support are available if needed for this with familiarity or the willingness and ability to learn.
• Additional Qualifications the ANLP Content Editor should have at least:
  • Sobriety: Two (2) years clean and sober from marijuana, alcohol, and all other mind-altering substances (unless those substances are taken as prescribed by a healthcare provider) 
  • Service: One (1) year of service experience at the World level, such as a member of ANLP, MA World Services Board Member, Conference Delegate, or a committee member.
  • Should a candidate not be found who meets these qualifications, the ANLP Department may vote to make exceptions within its discretion.

Term Length:

• One (1) year from the date elected as Secretary, and they may serve an additional one-year term (for a total of 2 consecutive years)
• Volunteer, appointed by the ANLP Department Members

Email: [email protected]

Lee H. of District 4, is our current Liaison Coordinator – term ending July 2026 (eligible for one more year)

The Liaison Coordinator‘s primary responsibility is to support the ANLP Department in sharing ANLP announcements with members by maintaining communication with, and recruiting ANLP Liaisons (whether self-selected, or elected).

Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills with the ability to respond to emails in a timely fashion, usually within 48 hours.
• Proficient with Google Workspace: Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Google Sheets and Google Docs. Training and support are available if needed for this with familiarity or the willingness and ability to learn.
• Additional Qualifications the ANLP Content Editor should have at least:
  • Two (2) years clean and sober from marijuana, alcohol, and all other mind-altering substances (unless those substances are taken as prescribed by a healthcare provider) 
  • One (1) year of service experience at the World level, such as a member of ANLP, MA World Services Board Member, Conference Delegate, or a committee member.
  • Should a candidate not be found who meets these qualifications, the ANLP Department may vote to make exceptions within its discretion.

Term Length:

• One (1) year from the date elected as Secretary, and they may serve an additional one-year term (for a total of 2 consecutive years)
• Volunteer, appointed by the ANLP Department Members

Maral T. is our eCommerce Manager. As the eCommerce Manager, Maral supports A New Leaf Publications (ANLP), MA’s publishing department, in managing its online store which distributes Marijuana Anonymous (MA) literature worldwide. In collaboration with team members, they provide recommendations to optimize ANLP’s publication, sales, and distribution strategies, and assist in the ANLP Department’s decision-making regarding publishing, fulfillment, and vendors.

Email: [email protected]

Jules M. is our General Manager (GM). The scope of the position of General Manager is broad and encompasses participation in and support to Marijuana Anonymous World Services, Inc. (MA or MA World Services) and both the Board of Trustees (Board) and A New Leaf Publications (ANLP); leadership amongst other Special Workers and Consultants; with accountability for the oversight and management of World Services and ANLP Operations. The GM reports directly to the Board and is responsible for the organization’s consistent achievement of its mission, fellowship services, and financial objectives.
The GM has overall strategic and operational responsibility for MA World Services’ and ANLP’s staff, programs and services, expansion, literature publishing and distribution, and execution of its mission. Under the direction and guidance of the Board, the individual in this position is responsible for the planning, organizing, staffing, motivating, directing, and management of Marijuana Anonymous World Services, Inc.

Email: [email protected]

Steven B. is our Publishing Consultant and Nonprofit Advisor. As the ANLP Publishing Consultant, Steven is responsible for sharing their publishing experience to help ANLP develop its publishing strategies and goals to improve the purchasing experience for members and expand the reach of affordable MA literature, including by publishing translations of its literature, all in service of MA’s primary purpose of carrying the message of recovery through the sale of MA literature worldwide.

Email: [email protected]