AA PREAMBLE

Probably the best brief description of what
Alcoholics Anonymous is and what it does is this short "Preamble",
usually read at the beginning of every AA meeting:

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.

The only requirement for membership
is a desire to stop drinking.
There are no dues or fees for AA membership;
we are self-supporting through our own contributions.

AA is not allied with any sect, denomination,
politics, organization of institution;
does not wish to engage in any controversy;
neither endorses nor opposes any causes.

Our primary purpose is to stay sober
and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.
 

Reprinted with permission of The AA Grapevine, Inc.
 

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