AA and Al-Anon

What is AA?
On-Campus Meetings
Off-Campus Meetings
*Compiled by peer educators in the Spring 2003.

What is AA?

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) was founded in 1935, and is worldwide in its scope. Its record of success with recovering alcoholics is much respected. What follows is it’s own statement of purpose.
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 not dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. 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. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.

Al-Anon is also a worldwide organization. It is meant to offer "a self-help recovery program for the families and friends of alcoholics whether or not the alcoholic seeks help or even recognizes the existence of a drinking problem. Members give and receive comfort and understanding through a mutual exchange of experience, strength and hope. Sharing of similar problems binds individuals and groups together in a bond that is protected by a policy of anonymity." "Al-Anon is not a religious organization or a counseling agency. It is not a treatment center nor is it allied with any other organization offering such services. Al-Anon Family Groups, which include Alateen for teenage members, neither express opinions on outside issues nor endorse outside enterprises. No dues or fees are required. Membership is voluntary, requiring only that one's own life has been adversely affected by someone else s drinking problem.

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On-Campus Meetings

Off-Campus Meetings

Full schedules of meetings are usually available at the meetings themselves, along with group literature. Rides to meetings outside Oberlin can often be arranged.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) - (440) 246-1800

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