--- title: "Friends of NIAAA" url: https://friendsofniaaa.org/ description: "Friends of NIAAA is a non-profit advocacy group comprised of organizations supporting the mission and research being conducted by NIAAA. Programs, bylaws, membership and." --- # Friends of NIAAA Latest update · Winter 2019 ## The Winter 2019 issue of NIAAA’s webzine *Spectrum* is now available online Friends of NIAAA is dedicated to supporting NIAAA in its work to reduce alcohol-related problems and will highlight and disseminate the findings of NIAAA’s programs and help to develop policies in the areas set out on our [About Us](https://friendsofniaaa.org/about/) page. The Winter 2019 issue can be viewed at [spectrum.niaaa.nih.gov](https://www.spectrum.niaaa.nih.gov/). NIAAA webzine**Spectrum**Winter 2019 issue Our next event Stay tuned for our Spring 2019 briefing! ## From the journal [01**PostDICOM vs Medicai for Zero-Footprint Diagnostic Viewing**Sep 16, 2026](https://friendsofniaaa.org/postdicom-vs-medicai-for-zero-footprint-diagnostic-viewing/) [02**Why Is Medicai the Best for Exam Scheduling?**Sep 16, 2026](https://friendsofniaaa.org/why-is-medicai-the-best-for-exam-scheduling/) [03**Questions to Ask When Comparing Recovery Programs**Sep 14, 2026](https://friendsofniaaa.org/questions-to-ask-when-comparing-recovery-programs-options-to-compare/) [04**External Integration for Customer Support Teams: What Actually Works**Aug 24, 2026](https://friendsofniaaa.org/external-integration-for-customer-support-teams-what-actually-works/) [05**Why Is Saunacloud the Best for US-built Infrared Models?**Aug 21, 2026](https://friendsofniaaa.org/why-is-saunacloud-the-best-for-us-built-infrared-models/) [06**How Customer Support Teams Should Evaluate WhatsApp Business API Platforms for Customer Support**Aug 10, 2026](https://friendsofniaaa.org/how-customer-support-teams-should-evaluate-whatsapp-business-api-platforms-for-customer-support/) [07**7 WhatsApp Marketing Software Platforms for Automated Replies**Jun 28, 2026](https://friendsofniaaa.org/7-whatsapp-marketing-software-platforms-for-automated-replies/) ## What we do The four program areas recorded on the Friends of NIAAA activities page. 01 ### [Enhancing NIAAA’s Brand](https://friendsofniaaa.org/activities/#program-1) After lowering its profile as the Scientific Management Review Board (SMRB) considered merging the NIAAA with NIDA into a new addiction institute, NIAAA needs to be reintroduced to the public, policy makers, healthcare providers and other stakeholders. 02 ### [Education](https://friendsofniaaa.org/activities/#program-2) Friends of NIAAA will educate policy makers and other stakeholders about the science behind the alcohol problems. This education can be executed through the dissemination of a quarterly newsletter and relevant fact sheets. 03 ### [Congressional Briefings](https://friendsofniaaa.org/activities/#program-3) Friends of NIAAA will sponsor at least 2 briefings annually to inform policy makers of the gaps and advances in the science and practice of treating and preventing alcohol problem. 04 ### [Advocacy](https://friendsofniaaa.org/activities/#program-4) Friends of NIAAA will advocate and support policies that positively impact the NIAAA budget, the research workforce and the advancement of basic and translational science. ## Accountability ### Mission facts The Friends of NIAAA is a nonprofit entity, and its principal office is located in the District of Columbia.[Bylaws, Article 1](https://friendsofniaaa.org/bylaws/) The fiscal year runs from January 1 to December 31.[Bylaws, Article 8](https://friendsofniaaa.org/bylaws/) The Executive Committee consists of a Chair, a Secretary/Treasurer and seven other full voting members, with a Corporate Advisory Board representative ex officio.[Bylaws, Article 5](https://friendsofniaaa.org/structure/) Executive Committee members serve two year terms and may not serve more than two consecutive terms.[Structure](https://friendsofniaaa.org/structure/) The entire membership convenes at least once annually in person to conduct business and meet with the Director of NIAAA.[Bylaws, Article 6](https://friendsofniaaa.org/structure/) The bylaws may be amended by a two-third vote of members present and voting at an annual or special meeting.[Bylaws, Article 10](https://friendsofniaaa.org/bylaws/) ### Annual dues Non-profits with under $5 million in total revenue**$500** Non-profits with total revenues over $5 million**$1,000** For-profits with total revenues below $10 million**$5,000** For-profits with revenues of $10 million or greater**$10,000** The annual dues structure supports the group’s activities. See [Membership and Dues](https://friendsofniaaa.org/membership/). ### Reports and files [Bylaws of the Friends of NIAAA](https://friendsofniaaa.org/bylaws/)Articles 1–10 [Membership List](https://friendsofniaaa.org/member-list/)20 member organizations [Recent Events](https://friendsofniaaa.org/events/)Two briefings, 2014 ### Contact [info@friendsofniaaa.org](mailto:info@friendsofniaaa.org)Washington, D.C. ## Updates archive Dated notices published by the Friends of NIAAA, newest first. Winter 2019 ### NIAAA’s webzine *Spectrum*, Winter 2019 The Winter 2019 issue of NIAAA’s webzine *Spectrum* is now available online. It can be viewed [here](https://www.spectrum.niaaa.nih.gov/). Spring 2018 ### NIAAA’s webzine *Spectrum*, Spring 2018 The Spring 2018 issue of NIAAA’s webzine *Spectrum* is now available online. It can be viewed [here](https://www.spectrum.niaaa.nih.gov/). Fact sheet ### Revised NIAAA Holiday Drinking Fact Sheet Check out the newly revised NIAAA Holiday Drinking Fact Sheet available [here](https://pubs.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/RethinkHoliday/NIAAA_NYE_Fact_Sheet.htm). September 2017 ### NIAAA’s magazine *Spectrum*, September 2017 The September 2017 issue of the NIAAA’s magazine *Spectrum* is now available online. Check out the latest issue [here](https://www.spectrum.niaaa.nih.gov/). Publication ### NIAAA releases “Treatment for Alcohol Problems: Finding and Getting Help” NIAAA Releases “Treatment for Alcohol Problems: Finding and Getting Help.” Find the press release and full publication [here](https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/new-niaaa-resource-gives-guidance-treatment-options-alcohol-problems). ## Reports and resources The documents and records held on this site. Document Kind Extent ### [Bylaws of the Friends of NIAAA](https://friendsofniaaa.org/bylaws/) Governing document Articles 1–10 ### [Friends of NIAA Structure](https://friendsofniaaa.org/structure/) Governance summary Six sections ### [Membership List](https://friendsofniaaa.org/member-list/) Member roster 20 organizations ### [Membership & Dues](https://friendsofniaaa.org/membership/) Dues schedule Four annual tiers ### [Recent Events](https://friendsofniaaa.org/events/) Briefing record Two briefings, 2014 ### [About Friends of NIAAA](https://friendsofniaaa.org/about/) Organization profile Four policy areas ## People and contact Membership questions Erika Miller, Friends of NIAAA’s Secretary/Treasurer, at [emiller@dc-crd.com](mailto:emiller@dc-crd.com) or at [(202) 484-1100](tel:+12024841100). The organization [info@friendsofniaaa.org](mailto:info@friendsofniaaa.org) · [@FriendsofNIAAA](https://twitter.com/FriendsofNIAAA) Principal office The principal office of the Friends is located in the District of Columbia. Annual meeting The entire membership of the Friends convenes at least once annually in person to conduct the business of the coalition and meet with the NIAAA Director.