Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about Alcoholics Anonymous and recovery in Victoria.

Everything You Need to Know

From getting started to understanding the program, find answers to the most common questions about AA Victoria.

Getting Started

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.

Key principles of AA:
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, organisation or institution
Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety

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