Welcome to the 7th Step Society
Newfoundland & Labrador
7th Step NL offers volunteer-based, peer support groups that meet weekly with persons who are presently incarcerated in jail or prison, have been previously incarcerated, involved in the justice system, and/or individuals seeking support in the community.
Our goal is to foster open communication, peer support, and encourage positive daily decision making.
ABOUT
What makes 7th Step unique is our commitment to a process of collective and group-led self-help and peer support.
We help our members reflect upon their thoughts and attitudes.
We help our members return to and live and remain in their community.
We are a process, not a program.
The Seven Steps were developed by a formerly incarcerated person/prisoner to demonstrate the promise and commitment to making meaningful change.
7th Step Canada AGM, Charlottetown, PEI, October 2022
Wellness Coalition NL Meeting, 2016
Regional Contacts:
John MacPherson (Central/Grand Falls-Windsor) - 709.489.9845
Scott MacDonald (Eastern/Whitbourne) - scott2043@gmail.com
Adrienne Peters (Avalon/St. John's) - 709.864.2665
Email: 7thstepnl@gmail.com
Institutional Groups
7th Step holds an inside group at Her Majesty’s Penitentiary every Wednesday morning. There are also groups operating in the central region of the province for individuals who may be living or staying there. These groups are a means of support and encouragement for members inside the correctional institution.
FUNDRAISING
7th Step NL has received support from several local organizations, departments, and community members who we offer our sincere thanks. If you wish to contribute to our ongoing efforts, please contact us.
Our latest fundraiser was a 50-50 draw,
with the winner being drawn today,
November 1st, 2024. Congratulations to
Shannon Collins from CBS on the win,
and who is taking home $356!
Community-Based Group
7th Step NL also has community-based/street group meetings on Wednesday nights from 6:00-7:30pm.
Please see more below and/or email us to confirm your attendance and receive location information.
Friends, family, acquaintances welcome and previous incarceration is not necessary. We support anyone who has experienced and/or may be in a position in which they may experience incarceration or criminalization.
We provide support to individuals in the community. Members can include former prisoners, federal or provincial, as well as individuals seeking encouragement and guidance as they move forward with their lives.
7th Step NL, St. John's Farmer's Markets, NL
2022 + 2023
7th Step NL Peer Support Group, St. John's, NL, 2018
7th Step Society NL Pledge
To face and accept the truth about myself, to maintain my freedom, to become a useful member of society, to help others as I am now being helped.
CONTACT 7TH STEP SOCIETY NL
Get in touch with 7th Step Society NL to learn more about our work and how you can get involved.
St. Thomas Anglican Church, 8 Military Rd., St. John's, NL
709-864-2665; please leave a message