Public Information Committee
Our Purpose
The Public Information Committee serves as a bridge between Alcoholics Anonymous and the community at large. We work to:
- Provide accurate information about AA to the public
- Respond to media inquiries and coordinate public appearances
- Distribute AA literature to healthcare professionals, schools, and community organizations
- Maintain relationships with hospitals, treatment centers, and other institutions
- Ensure that AA's message of recovery is accessible to anyone who needs it
What We Do
Media Relations
We coordinate with local media outlets to provide accurate information about AA, respond to interview requests, and help share the message of recovery through appropriate channels while maintaining our traditions of anonymity.
Public Education
Committee members give presentations to schools, businesses, healthcare facilities, and community organizations to educate the public about alcoholism and how AA can help.
Literature Distribution
We maintain AA literature displays at hospitals, libraries, community centers, and other public locations, ensuring that information about AA is readily available to those who need it.
Community Cooperation
We work with healthcare professionals, clergy, law enforcement, and other community members who may encounter individuals struggling with alcohol problems.
Get Involved
The Public Information Committee welcomes members who are interested in carrying the AA message to the public. Committee members should:
- Have at least two years of continuous sobriety (recommended)
- Be comfortable speaking about AA to groups and individuals
- Have a good understanding of the Twelve Traditions, especially Traditions 11 and 12 regarding anonymity and public relations
- Be willing to attend committee meetings and participate in outreach activities
- Be able to represent AA professionally and responsibly in public settings
Contact Us
Interested in joining the Public Information Committee or need information for a media inquiry or public presentation?
Resources
The following resources from AA World Services may be helpful:
- "Understanding Anonymity" (P-47) - Guidelines for protecting anonymity in public
- "AA as a Resource for the Health Care Professional" (P-12) - Information for medical professionals
- "Speaking at Non-AA Meetings" (P-40) - Guidelines for public speaking
- "AA and the Media" (P-38) - Working with newspapers, radio, and TV