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AA FACTS

  • The Primary Purpose of AA and its members is to carry the message of recovery to the still-suffering alcoholic.
  • Professionals refer to AA as a Mutual Support Group, there are no financial obligations to attend AA. AA is available almost everywhere, in person or virtually.
  • AA is not a religious organization, it is a spiritual program. Spirituality is determined by each member.
  • AA is self-supporting, declining outside donations. AA does not endorse nor oppose anyone's efforts to help an alcoholic.
  • Open meetings welcome anyone interested in alcoholism or in learning more about Alcoholics Anonymous.

What is Alcoholism

…alcoholism is an illness, a progressive illness, which can never be cured but which, like some other diseases, can be arrested. Going one step further, many A.A. members feel that the illness represents a combination of a physical sensitivity to alcohol and a mental obsession with drinking, which, regardless of consequences, cannot be broken by willpower alone. – AA as a Resource for the Health Care Professional

“If each sufferer were to carry the news of the scientific hopelessness of alcoholism to each new prospect, he might be able to lay every newcomer wide open to a transforming spiritual experience.”
                – AA Co-Founder, Bill W., January 1963

Helping professionals Understand

70% of AA members were introduced to AA by referrals.
                                                                                -2014 Membership Survey

Does AA Work

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This short video is a synopsis of the study “Does Alcoholics Anonymous Work?” Published in March 2020 by a collaboration of Harvard, Stanford, and the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs & Drug Addictions
AA as an organization does not endorse or participate in studies about alcoholism but welcomes professional recommendations and research.

AA: the original twelve-step program

AA is nonprofessional, self-supporting, multiracial, apolitical, and available almost everywhere. There are no age or education requirements. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about their drinking problem.

AA is not a secret society

AA is not an anonymous organization, its members maintain their anonymity to protect their personal and professional lives, help protect their fellow members, and most importantly, so the newcomer feels their anonymity is protected.

AA is a program of recovery

There is no cure for alcoholism, it is an illness that can be arrested. Alcoholics can live free of the desire to drink using the AA program of recovery.

In simple terms, alcoholics get sober by working the Twelve-Step program and they stay sober helping others find recovery.

Find your local AA Public relations committee

AA outreach committees carry the message to community organizations, professionals, schools ,and universities.

AA: the biggest organization in the world that no one wanted to join

AA is in 180+ countries, the book Alcoholics Anonymous has been translated into over 70 languages. There are over 300 organizations that use the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of AA for other problems, disorders, and addictions.
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“More and more we regard all who labor in the total field of alcoholism as our companions on a march from darkness into light. We see that we can accomplish together what we could never accomplish in separation and in rivalry.”

AA Co-Founder, Bill W., March 1958

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AA's responsibility to the Primary Purpose.

AA is an organization that has a group of dedicated members who are specially trained to provide informative presentations to various groups of people. These presentations are designed to help everyone better understand the ways to support and assist those who are struggling with alcoholism.

The members of AA are equipped to deliver presentations to professionals such as doctors, counselors, and therapists. These professionals play a crucial role in identifying and treating alcohol addiction, and it is essential that they have a deep understanding of the complexities of the disease.

Organizations and groups are also important audiences for AA's presentations. Businesses, religious groups, and community organizations all have a stake in helping individuals struggling with alcoholism. By providing them with information about the disease and its treatment, AA hopes to empower these groups to provide better support and care for those who are still suffering.

University students are another important audience for AA's presentations. Many young people struggle with alcohol addiction, and providing them with information and support can be critical in helping them overcome their addiction. By reaching out to university students, AA hopes to reduce the stigma surrounding alcoholism and promote greater understanding of the disease.

Finally, community service providers, such as social workers and public health workers, are critical partners in the fight against alcoholism. By providing them with the tools and knowledge they need to assist those struggling with addiction, AA hopes to create a more supportive and compassionate community for all individuals affected by alcoholism.