ALCOHOLICS Anonymous (AA) Australia recently held eight professional awareness luncheons in regional centres across the country, bringing together professionals on the frontline of community health and emergency response.

Organised by AA’s Remote Communities Committee, the events connected with 108 local stakeholders, including first responders, healthcare providers, crisis workers, and staff from NGOs and community support organisations.

Designed to foster connection and knowledge-sharing in a practical, locally relevant way, the events included short presentations from sober AA members with lived experience, and group discussions tailored to local services and referral needs.

There was also a screening of the Stanford University video summarising the Cochrane Report, Does Alcoholics Anonymous Work?

The report concluded that Alcoholics Anonymous and 12-step facilitation programs are more effective than other established treatments for achieving sustained abstinence.

Its 24/7 support, online meetings and phone lines – all at no cost – make AA a highly accessible option.

The events were part of a broader initiative tied to the 80th anniversary of Alcoholics Anonymous in Australia.

The Remote Communities Committee plans to continue this outreach series, further strengthening regional partnerships and providing valuable information to those who work with individuals affected by alcoholism.

Health professionals can learn more or connect with a local AA Public Information representative by clicking HERE.

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