Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is an international voluntary fellowship founded in 1935 to support individuals seeking recovery and lasting sobriety from alcohol use. It is a nonprofessional, self-supporting, and inclusive organization that welcomes people of all ages and backgrounds.
The AA program follows a 12-step approach centered on its main text, the Big Book, and emphasizes personal growth, peer support, and sustained recovery. Meetings are held across the world, making AA one of the most widely available mutual-help organizations for those affected by alcohol use.
Sources: ProjectKnow; Gosnold; Recovery Research Institute