Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous (YPAA) is for A.A. members of all ages who identify as young people or young at heart. If you think you're young, you're young!
YPAA committees exist to make Alcoholics Anonymous more accessible and welcoming to younger alcoholics. While there is no official age requirement, YPAA groups and events provide a space where young people can connect with others who share similar experiences.
YPAA is not separate from A.A. - it is A.A. for young people. YPAA committees organize events, conferences, and activities that help carry the message to young alcoholics who might otherwise feel out of place.
Whether you got sober at 18 or 45, if you feel young in sobriety, YPAA is for you!
Alcoholism does not discriminate by age. Many young people struggle with alcohol before they ever have a legal drink.
YPAA helps young people find others who understand their unique challenges - from not yet having a career to still living with parents to navigating sober dating.
MNYPAA is the statewide YPAA committee for Minnesota, organizing events, conferences, and service opportunities for young people across the state.
Many areas have meetings specifically for young people, or meetings that attract a younger crowd. Check the A.A. meeting finder or contact your local intergroup to find YPAA-friendly meetings in your area.
Whether you want to attend a YPAA event, start a young people's meeting, or get involved in YPAA service, there are many ways to connect with young people in A.A.
ICYPAA is the largest annual gathering of young people in A.A., bringing together thousands of young alcoholics from around the world for a weekend of recovery, fellowship, and fun.