The AA Preamble

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 A.A. 

membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions.

A.A. 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.