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Types of AA Meetings

12 Steps & 12 Traditions: North Dakota's AA embraces the 12 Steps and Traditions, a guildeline of recovery principles desied to help individuals achieve and maintain their sobriety. Open meetings offer a welcoming environment for individuals and their loved ones and foster healing and growth.

Birthday: In AA, birthdays refer to the last day (or the day after) that a member used alcohol or drugs. Birthday anniversaries are celebrated as milestones to encourage sobriety.

Closed: In North Dakota, closed AA meetings are not available to the general public. Only members can attend, as well as individuals who recognize they have a drinking problem and are ready to seek help. The discussions are informal and center around addiction-related topics.

Literature: Literature-led AA meetings in North Dakota are support group meetings for people who are affected by alcoholism, including those suffering from alcohol addiction and those who have loved ones addicted to alcohol. Open to attend at no cost, these 12-step meetings are based on AA literature such as the Big Book of AA, AA workbooks, and other writings by AA founders and leaders.

Native American: Native American AA groups generally consist of members who identify with an American Indian/Alaskan Native group, and topics reflect challenges and issues facing that group’s recovery. Meetings may be held in that group’s language and include traditional healing practices along with standard AA methods.

Newcomer: AA newcomer meetings in North Dakota provide an overview of how AA works for people who are just starting their recovery journey and want to learn more about it. The meetings may include informal discussions, where newcomers can ask questions and learn from experienced members.

Speaker: AA programs in North Dakota may include motivational speakers to inspire members to maintain sobriety. Speakers rely on humor, reason, charm, and emotions to get their points across.

Wheelchair Access: North Dakota AA centers provide non-ambulatory clients with wheelchair access. These features generally consist of exterior ramps, designated parking spots, and open layouts for full participation.