Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope with one another so that they may solve their common problem and help others recover from alcoholism.
The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no fees or dues for AA membership. We are self-supporting through our own contributions. AA is not affiliated with any sect, denomination, political party, organization or institution. AA does not wish to take a position on any controversial issue; neither endorsing nor opposing any cause. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics achieve sobriety.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a fellowship for people who want to stop drinking. AA was founded in 1935 in the United States and today consists of 123,000 AA groups in 180 countries. In AA, people meet to share their experience, strength and hope with one another and find a way to live a life free from alcohol.

The only requirement for membership in AA is a desire to stop drinking. All meetings are anonymous, so that you can feel confident that what you share will remain in the room when you leave.

AA is based on the Twelve Steps, a program for personal development and sobriety. The Steps include acknowledging that alcohol is a problem, taking responsibility for one's own actions, making amends where possible, and helping others who are struggling with the same problem.

AA also has the Twelve Traditions, which help the groups work well together. The fellowship is open, inclusive and based on equality, respect and support.

AA is based on peer support – people who have personal experience with alcohol problems. Many find that meeting others in the same situation provides hope, understanding and motivation to stay sober.

AA has helped millions of people achieve a better life without alcohol and, for many, is an important source of support – both at the beginning and throughout the journey towards lasting sobriety. See the meeting and group directory on the home page.