2012 MNYPAA Conference Pre-Registration
What is MNYPAA?
MNYPAA is an annual Alcoholics Anonymous conference held in the state of Minnesota. It is an event for any and all members of AA, and is organized primarily by young, recovering alcoholics. We define young as “young at heart”.
Our mission statement-
Minnesota Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous (MNYPAA) has but one primary purpose- to carry its message to the alcoholic that still suffers. When anyone, anywhere reaches out for help, we want the hand of Alcoholics Anonymous always to be there; and for that: we are responsible.
MNYPAA provides visible evidence that large numbers of young people are achieving a lasting and comfortable sobriety in Alcoholics Anonymous. The three legacies of AA– Recovery, Unity, and Service– are the backbone of MNYPAA, just as they are throughout AA. We unify young or young at heart, people in Minnesota by practicing the principles of AA through meetings, events, and outreach.
Newcomers are shown by people their own age, that using AA principles in their daily lives and getting involved in AA service can have a significant impact on a lasting and comfortable sobriety. As the big book of Alcoholics Anonymous states, “We are people who normally would not mix. But there exists among us a fellowship, a friendliness, and an understanding which is indescribably wonderful”, MNYPAA shows all people that this is the case.
What is alcoholics anonymous?
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