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A.A. "service" is anything that helps us to reach a fellow sufferer. Much the way A.A. sponsors share their experience in recovery with their…
The "group conscience" is the collective conscience of the group membership and thus represents substantial unanimity on an issue before definitive…
Alcohol is frequently a complicating factor in family life, magnifying petty irritations, exposing character defects, and contributing to financial…
There is a “Contact us” link at the bottom of every page provides information on how to contact GSO Clicking on “Contact us” takes you to a page…
Learn more about the GSO Archives Policies and Procedures for conducting onsite research by visiting our page on information for researchers.
The service structure is the framework in which our "general services" are carried out. It is the structure that takes the place of government in A.A…
A few people have stopped drinking after reading Alcoholics Anonymous, the A.A. “Big Book,” which sets forth the basic principles of the recovery…
Yes. That limit is $7,500 a year.
Individuals may download a single copy of a book or pamphlet from aa.org for their personal use. Single copies of some pamphlets may be printed, and…
When we use social media, we are responsible for our own anonymity and that of others. When we post or text, we should assume that we are publishing…
If you provide your email address with your contribution, you should receive an email acknowledgment from us within a week. If you do not provide an…
Service material differs from Conference-approved literature in that it has not come about through Conference Advisory Action. It is produced when…