What AA is and isn't

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men

and women who share their experience

strength and hope with each other that they

may solve their common problem and help

others to recover from alcoholism

AA is not allied with any sect, denomination,

politics, organization or institution: does not

wish to engage in any controversy; neither

endorses nor opposes any causes.

AA is not interested in research

AA has no opinion on outside issues

AA is not licensed by any government agency

What AA does NOT do...

Furnish initial motivation

Solicit members

Research

Make diagnoses

Engage in education

Provide letters of reference

Medical detox

Sober living