What's New

Southeast Regional Forum Flyer

Added September 2024

We hope you can join us for the upcoming Southeast Regional Forum! Click this link to find the event Flyer.

Message on International Convention Registration Technical Issues September 10, 2024

Added September 2024

Read a message from the International Convention Coordinator about technical issues members may have encountered in the first day of Convention registration. 

New Audio Interviews with Military Members in Recovery Released

Added September 2024

Read the press release announcing a series of audio interviews featuring U.S. and Canadian military members in recovery from alcoholism. The interviews are available at aa.org.

AAWS Highlights – July 2024

Added September 2024

Explore key updates from the AAWS Board and GSO in 'AAWS Highlights.' Stay informed about important decisions and organizational developments.

Box 4-5-9 Summer 2024 Edition

Added August 2024

In this issue, read about the 74th General Service Conference and Conference Advisory Actions, meet the new chair of the General Service Board as well as two new Class B trustees and Class A trustee. And learn more about the 2025 International Convention and upcoming registration and housing information. 

Announcing: the Quebec Sign Language (LSQ) video translation of the pamphlet “Access to A.A.: Members Share on Overcoming Barriers”

2025 General Service Board Class A Resume Submission Deadline

Two new videos from the Young People’s Video project – now available on aa.org

Added July 2024

Two new videos from the Young People’s Video project – now available on aa.org.

Young and Sober in AA: It could save your life”

“Young and Sober in AA: I thought drinking made me an artist”

Please share with young people in A.A. and anyone you think might be interested in this message of hope and recovery.

Highlights from AAWS

Added July 2024

Stay updated with the latest developments – AAWS Highlights, June 2024

2025 Regional Trustee Vacancies – East Central and Southeast

Added July 2024

At the General Service Conference in April 2025, Class B regional trustees from the East Central and Southeast regions will be elected to succeed Cathi C. and Tom H., respectively. The announcement letter is attached.

Box 4-5-9 Spring 2024 Edition

Added July 2024

In this issue, meet the new GSO Staff member serving as the Corrections Coordinator, learn more about attending the 2025 International Convention, and take a closer look at how the International Women’s Conference brings together members from around the world. 

Greetings from the Regional Forums Coordinator!

Added June 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Regional Forums season! Please see the following communication for a welcome letter from our Board Chair.

2025 Trustee-at-Large/U.S. Vacancy

Added June 2024

Attached please find information related to the Trustee-at-Large/U.S. vacancy on the General Service Board following the April 2025 General Service Conference.

Message from the General Manager at GSO

Added June 2024

Bob W., General Manager at the A.A. General Service Office, shares recent updates from GSO.

Class A Trustee Vacancies – April 2025

Added June 2024

Two Nonalcoholic (Class A) trustee vacancies will occur on the General Service Board at the conclusion of the 75th General Service Conference, held in April 2025. The committee hopes to have the pool of qualified applicants reflect the diversity that A.A. strives to have within itself.

Announcing: Clearance Sale!

Added June 2024

As we implement the Advisory Actions of the 74th General Service Conference, we are proceeding to retire two graphic-style illustrated pamphlets and a video. To this end, we are offering a “Last Chance to Stock Up” Clearance Sale from July 1- September 30, 2024.

New Calendar of Events on aa.org

Added June 2024

We are pleased to announce that aa.org now has a centralized calendar https://www.aa.org/events for important General Service Office, Alcoholics Anonymous World Services Board, and General Service Board dates.

The new event layout can also be seen on: https://www.aa.org/aa-board-calendars, https://www.aa.org/visiting-the-gso, and https://www.aa.org/regional-and-local-forums.

Highlights from AAWS

Added June 2024

Stay updated with the latest developments – AAWS Highlights, March 2024

Member Engagement Survey - 2025 INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION

Added June 2024

Kindly take a few minutes and answer the questions. (All responses are anonymous.) We appreciate your participation and look forward to seeing you in person or virtually at the International Convention in 2025!

https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/c19ffc50038b45829f1a52eeaf4f33ec

Opening for A.A.W.S. Nontrustee Director

Box 4-5-9 Update

Added May 2024

A message from the A.A. World Services Board about the decision to discontinue the print edition of Box 4-5-9.

About AA – Winter 2023

Added May 2024

About AA is the newsletter from the General Service Office of the U.S. and Canada for professionals of all types who deal with alcoholics. This issue takes a look at "There Is Help for Those with a Drinking Problem." 

New Map View Feature added to Meeting Guide

Added May 2024

We are happy to announce the Meeting Guide app has recently launched a map view feature. Click here for an overview, plus other information.  

Announcing: AAWS Pamphlet and Pamphlet Racks List Price increases effective May 1, 2024

Added May 2024

We are writing today to inform you of necessary upcoming price increases affecting some of our pamphlets in English, Spanish, and French along with our Pamphlet Display Racks and Extensions.

New list prices will go into effect on May 1, 2024.

2024-2025 Regional Forums Calendar Poster

Added April 2024

Join us at a Regional Forum. We welcome and encourage first-time attendees to join. There is no registration fee for A.A. members to attend Regional Forums. Click this link to find the Forums schedule: https://www.aa.org/regional-and-local-forums

Announcing: “A Celebration of the Big Book” Flash Sale! May 1 – July 31, 2024

Added April 2024

In commemoration of the 85th anniversary of our life-saving text, Alcoholics Anonymous, we are delighted to announce our special duo of Big Book discounts.

Box 4-5-9 Winter 2023 Edition

Added April 2024

In this issue, meet two new staff members at GSO; learn more about the 2025 International Convention in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; and take a closer look at the topic of budget allocations with the General Service Board Finance Committee chair, and more.

Highlights from AAWS

Added March 2024

Stay updated with the latest developments – AAWS Highlights, January 2024

News Archives

Announcement from the AA Grapevine Publisher

Added February 2024

Dear Friends and Fellows 

AA GRAPEVINE, the international journal of Alcoholics Anonymous, will increase the price of its print magazine for the first time in over 12 years. The new price for a yearly subscription is $36.00, effective April 15, 2024. Please click the link to read the complete announcement including full price change information, from the Publisher. 

A Note of Thanks and a Request for Continued Cooperation

Added February 2024

A Letter to the Media About Anonymity including a thank you from the General Service Office of Alcoholics Anonymous for continued cooperation.

NNA Call for stories - extended submission time

Highlights from AAWS

Added February 2024

Stay updated with the latest developments – AAWS Highlights, December 2023

Message from the General Manager at GSO

Added January 2024

Bob W., General Manager at the A.A. General Service Office, shares an update on A.A.'s financial challenges and recent increases to contributions.

Story Solicitation “A.A. for the Native North American”

Box 4-5-9 Fall 2023 Edition

Added November 2023

In this issue, meet four new Class B General Service Board Trustees and learn more about the Reserve Fund, A.A.’s “Prudent Financial Principle” in action. This issue also includes news from Publishing, information on visiting GSO, calendar of events, and more. 

AAWS Highlights, October 2023

Added November 2023

Stay updated with the latest developments – AAWS Highlights, October 2023

Message from the General Manager at GSO

Added November 2023

Bob W., General Manager at the A.A. General Service Office, reflects on Gratitude Month and shares information about A.A.'s current financial challenges

Announcing: “A Trio of Holiday Special Offers!”

Added November 2023

We are delighted to announce our line-up of 2023 Holiday Special Offers on items of A.A.W.S. literature: November 15, 2023 – January 15, 2024

A.A. Membership Survey

Added November 2023

Take the A.A. Membership Survey now!  Closes at midnight Eastern Standard Time, November 26, 2023.

AAWS Highlights

Added October 2023

The AAWS Highlights are back in production. 

We are delighted to announce our “AAWS Fall Flash Sale!” -- as we are busy performing autumn housecleaning in our warehouses.

Story Solicitation “Do You Think You Are Different?"

Corrections Desk Activity Update

Digital Press Kit – Now Available

Added October 2023

We have developed a Digital A.A. Press Kit that includes information about Alcoholics Anonymous in the U.S/Canada Service Structure, now available for use for the media, professionals, and the general public.  

New feature on aa.org – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Added September 2023

We’ve taken more than 100 of your most frequently asked questions and developed a central resource where you can access them, their answers, and links to related information. Over time this list will grow to include even more helpful, searchable information. A link to the FAQs is available in the footer of every page on aa.org.

Announcing: Completely revised and redesigned pamphlet “Young People in A.A.” (Item P-4)

The Grapevine and La Viña apps are here!

Added September 2023 

On your phone or tablet, go to the Apple App Store or Google Play, and search for “Grapevine” or “La Viña.” Tap download. To learn more visit https://www.aagrapevine.org/apps

Box 4-5-9 – Summer 2023 edition

Added August 2023

In this issue, read about the 73rd General Service Conference and Conference Advisory Actions, learn how members are bringing virtual A.A. meetings to correctional settings, and read the first in a new series “Inside A.A. Finance,” featuring a Q&A with the chair of the General Service Board Finance and Budgetary Committee.

This issue also includes news from Publishing and the Archives, updated Seventh Tradition fact sheet, and more.

Update on printing delays and backorders due to supply chain disruptions

Added August 2023

Click here for an update on supply chain disruptions and their impacts on A.A.W.S. literature, as well as estimated in-stock dates for our most popular back-ordered items.

AA Grapevine Inc. job opportunity for Digital Engagement Editor

Added August 2023

To learn more, visit www.aagrapevine.org/job-posting.

Understanding Alcoholics Anonymous and Spirituality

Added August 2023

It is a common misconception that Alcoholics Anonymous is a religious-based or Christian organization, but that is not the case. In fact, a fundamental principle of A.A. is that the Fellowship is not affiliated with any religion, nor is it allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization, or institution. In A.A., each person determines their own pathway in their recovery from alcoholism. Click here to read more.

Announcing: A.A. for the Older Alcoholic: now available in new Booklet format

Added August 2023

We are delighted to announce that the newly revised item of General Service Conference-approved literature A.A. for the Older Alcoholic—Never Too Late is now being made available in a Large Print Booklet format.

Message from the General Manager at GSO

"Soft-touch" velvet Big Book covers

Added July 2023

Announcing: New "soft-touch velvet" covers are now being used on our softcover Big Book editions.  See attached letter communication.

Daily Reflections audiobooks

Added July 2023

Announcing: New Daily Reflections audiobooks are now available in English, French and Spanish translations, wherever downloadable audiobooks are sold.  See attached letter communication.

The General Service Office is looking for new Staff Members

Added July 2023

Visit this link to learn more about the role and to complete the application. You can also find the posting on www.aa.org –> Resources –> Contact Us –> Careers.

Vacancy for Non-Trustee Director of AA Grapevine Board in 2024

April 2024 Vacancies for Class B Regional Trustees

Added June 2023

Please click the following highlighted link to see an important announcement on behalf of the Trustees' Nominating Committee.

Update on Printing Delays and Backorders

Added June 2023

Click here for an update on supply chain disruptions and their impacts on A.A.W.S. literature, as well as estimated in-stock dates for our most popular back-ordered items.

About AA – Spring 2023

Added June 2023

About AA is the newsletter from the General Service Office of the U.S. and Canada for professionals of all types who deal with alcoholics. This issue takes a look at "helping alcoholics help each other." 

Box 459 – Spring 2023 edition

Added May 2023

In this issue, learn about the recent reorganization at the General Service Office (GSO) to improve the delivery of vital services to the Fellowship, meet new staff members at GSO, get the latest information on visiting the GSO office, AA celebrates the 60th anniversary of the Big Book in French, and more. 

Enhancements to the aa.org Membership Contributions Website

Announcing: Ebook Adjusted List Pricing

Update on Printing Delays and Backorders

Added April 2023

Click here for an update on supply chain disruptions and their impacts on A.A.W.S. literature, as well as estimated in-stock dates for our most popular back-ordered items.

Corrections Desk Activity Update

East Central Regional Forum Flyer

Added March 2023

We hope you can join us for the upcoming East Central Regional Forum! Click this link to find the event Flyer.

Northeast Regional Forum Flyer

Added March 2023

We hope you can join us for the upcoming Northeast Regional Forum! Click this link to find the event Flyer.

West Central Regional Forum Flyer

Added March 2023

We hope you can join us for the upcoming West Central Regional Forum! Click this link to find the event Flyer.

Southwest Regional Forum Flyer

Added March 2023

We hope you can join us for the upcoming Southwest Regional Forum! Click this link to find the event Flyer.

Announcing literature price increase effective April 3, 2023

Added February 2023

AAWS Board Chair and GSO General Manager announce literature price increase effective April 3, 2023.

A Note of Thanks and a Request for Continued Cooperation

Added February 2023

A Letter to the Media About Anonymity including a thank you from the General Service Office of Alcoholics Anonymous for continued cooperation.

News from the General Service Board

Added February 2023

Interim Chair Jimmy D. shares recent news from the General Service Board.

Open Meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous Welcome Everyone to the Fellowship

Added February 2023

For some AA members, their journey of sobriety began at “open” AA meetings, which can be attended by any member of the community, alcoholic or nonalcoholic. Open meetings have long been a vital source of information for anyone who wants to learn more firsthand about the AA Fellowship. Click here to read more.

Recent Changes at the General Service Office

Added January 2023

General Manager Bob W. shares news of updates and changes at G.S.O. to better facilitate the delivery of vital services to the Fellowship.

Box 459 – Winter Edition 2022

Added January 2023

In this issue, the Publishing Department introduces the new “jacketless” Big Book—a format that will help to decrease printing and delivery delays of this important book. Learn more about the Seventh Tradition and how member contributions support vital services and help members and groups carry the message to suffering alcoholics. Meet Clint M., a new nontrustee director for A.A. World Services and David S., Grapevine Board nontrustee director. And find out how to schedule your visit to the G.S.O. office.

SB-20 Experience, Strength & Hope

Added January 2023

This anthology contains 56 stories retired from the first three editions of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. The membership of Alcoholics Anonymous continues to grow and change, but these stories from the past will never be outdated. The essential A.A. story — “what we used to be like, what happened, and what we are like now” — is a constant. That timeless formula for A.A. talks rings just as true in these stories from our history as it does today in the meeting around the corner.

Experiencia, fortaleza y esperanza

Now available for reading online on aa.org, the new Spanish-language translation of the English-language book Experience, Strength and Hope is posted in a “digital-first” format.

Note: A printed format of this book (Item SB-20) is slated to be available for ordering in 2023. Stay tuned.

Opening for Non-Trustee Director, Grapevine Board

Update on Printing Delays and Backorders

Added December 2022

Click here for an update on supply chain disruptions and their impacts on A.A.W.S. literature, as well as estimated in-stock dates for our most popular back-ordered items.

AA Grapevine, Inc. Announcement

Added November 2022

We’ve heard you, and AA Grapevine, Inc. will be making two major changes over the next week to better serve our customers. Read more here https://www.aagrapevine.org/important-updates

The General Service Office is Reopened to Visitors

Added November 2022

Visitors are welcome to the General Service Office Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information and to schedule your visit, email gsotours@aa.org or call 212-870-3430.

2025 International Convention – Survey

G.S.O. Announcement – October 2022

Box 459 – Fall Edition 2022

Added October 2022

This issue highlights the efforts to bring translations of A.A. literature to Native Americans, First Nations, and indigenous people—helping to carry the A.A. message to throughout North America. Go inside the Second Virtual North/South Connections Forum that brought together members from the service structures of Argentina, Canada, Chile, and the United States in July. Meet the new Class B (alcoholic) Trustee-at-large for Canada, two General Service Board Class A (nonalcoholic) Trustees, and three new Class B Trustees. And learn who’s new at G.S.O.

Call to Action - Corrections in Canada

Added October 2022

Please see the attached memo asking for your help to increase participation in the Corrections Correspondence Service to A.A. members in custody in all Canadian correctional settings. 

Corrections Desk Activity Update

Announcing: Hardcover Jacketless Format for the Big Book

Added October 2022

A new jacketless format of the hardcover Big Book, Alcoholics Anonymous, will reduce production and delivery time—getting this important book in the hands of those who need it in a more cost-effective and timely manner. The new format will have the image from the jacket reproduced directly on the book’s cover. Update to the announcement: The jacketless Big Book will be available to order in December 2022. Click here for more information

REMINDER: Our Contributions Address Has Changed

Added October 2022

A separate post office box has been established for Seventh Tradition contributions only.

Please send contribution checks to:

Post Office Box 2407

James A Farley Station

New York, NY 10116-2407

This dedicated PO box enables us to process contributions much more efficiently and at a significant savings to the Fellowship. You also can continue to make contributions online at contribution.aa.org using a major credit card or PayPal.

For more information or assistance, please contact our Member Services team at memberservices@aa.org or 212-870-3023.

About AA – Fall 2022

Added October 2022

About AA is the newsletter from the General Service Office of the U.S. and Canada for professionals of all types who deal with alcoholics. This issue highlights the AA Media Library as a valuable resource for professionals seeking to bring the AA message to individuals who struggle with their drinking. Also in the issue, meet two new General Service Board Class A Trustees and find helpful links to more information about AA of interest to professionals.

Message from General Manager on Visiting the General Service Office

Effective October 5, 2022, the General Service Office will reopen to visitors

Added September 2022

Good news!  Effective October 5, 2022, the General Service Office will reopen to visitors Wednesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., marking the first phase of the reopening process.

Southeast Regional Forum Flyer

Added September 2022

We hope you can join us for the upcoming Southeast Regional Forum! Click this link to find the event Flyer.

We want video submissions from A.A. members

Extension of Mixed-Title Quantity Discount Test Pilot

Added September 2022

In our continued efforts to help get our life-saving literature into the hands of all those who need it, we have extended our popular Mixed-Title Quantity Discount Test Pilot until December 31, 2022. Click here to learn more.

Letter to the Fellowship from G.S.O. General Manager

Added September 2022

Bob W., General Manager at the A.A. General Service Office, shares summer highlights of the work being done by the A.A. World Services Board and the General Service Board, and outlines how G.S.O. staff are implementing the group conscience expressed at the 72nd General Service Conference. He also reports on current financial challenges and how G.S.O. is carrying out its stewardship of A.A. dollars. 

AA Grapevine, Inc. New Book Release

Added September 2022

New Book Coming September 2022

News Release AA Grapevine Inc.

Added August 2022

AA Grapevine Inc., announces a Price Increase on books & other content-related items. Learn more here: www.aagrapevine.org/news-release

Update on Printing Delays and Backorders

Added August 2022

Click here for an update on supply chain disruptions and their impacts on A.A.W.S. literature, as well as estimated in-stock dates for our most popular back-ordered items.

Call for Stories - "A.A. for the Older Alcoholic - Never Too Late”

Added August 2022

Please click the following highlighted link to read the latest activity update from the Treatment and Accessibilities assignment.

Box 4-5-9 Summer 2022

Added August 2022

This issue highlights Grapevine's podcast and a summary of the happenings at the 72nd General Service Conference, including advisory actions. Also featured: work begins on an updated pamphlet for African Americans in A.A.; FAQs on the 2025 International Convention; the Corrections Correspondence Service (CCS) in Canada; and the launch of two new PSAs. 

2025 International Convention – Member Engagement Survey

Update: F.A.Q. - 2025 International Convention

Added July 2022

Frequently Asked Questions about the 2025 International Convention & Travel to Canada

Notice of a printing error in English-language editions of Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions

Press Release: July 2022

Pacific Regional Forum Flyer

Added July 2022

We hope you can join us for the upcoming Pacific Regional Forum! Click this link to find the event Flyer.

Recovery story solicitation for the “A.A. for the Black and African-American Alcoholic" Pamphlet Update

Recovery story solicitation for the Fourth Edition of the Big Book Alcohólicos Anónimos

Added on April 2022  

Attached, please find a memo regarding the recovery story solicitation for the Fourth Edition of the Big Book Alcohólicos Anónimos.