Structured Educational Programming

methodology: structured_educational_programming

By delivering standardized educational content in group settings, organizations deepen understanding of the 12-step program and ensure consistent messaging, because structured curricula reduce variability in interpretation and support broader alignment across members. This strategy involves using organized, replicable materials—such as Packet-B Topics—in assemblies or meetings to systematically teach recovery principles. It distinguishes itself from peer-led or experiential approaches by emphasizing curriculum fidelity and message consistency, ensuring that core concepts are conveyed accurately across diverse groups and regions.

orgs running it

activities of those orgs

clusters touched

who runs it

organizations running this strategy · 1

#01 ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF AZ · 17 activities

what it looks like in practice

activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.

Conducting AA Archives Activities ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
capacity building
Conducts A.A. Archives workshops and creates portable archives exhibits for display at local A.A. events, while also collecting Group History forms to capture local A.A. history.
Coordinates regional A.A. assemblies for governance and communication ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
direct service
Holds multiple in-person assemblies each year—including Pre-Conference, Post-Conference, August, and November meetings—to discuss and vote on Area 03 business, review General Service Conference outcomes, approve budgets, and conduct elections during odd years.
Facilitates access to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Arizona ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
direct service
Provides comprehensive information on in-person and online A.A. meetings across Arizona, including dates, times, and locations, and promotes the Meeting Guide app for mobile access. Also maintains a map of all A.A. districts in the state.
Facilitating Access to Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
direct service
Provides information on dates, times, and locations for in-person and online A.A. meetings across Arizona, and links to the Meeting Guide app for mobile devices. It also offers links to local A.A. service websites with immediate help and 24/7 hotlines.
Facilitating Peer Support and Sponsorship ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
direct service
Offers immediate help and 24/7 hotlines through local AA service websites and provides person-to-person services and "sponsorship" to individuals seeking help with alcoholism.
Holding Area Assemblies for Governance and Planning ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
capacity building
Holds Pre-Conference, Post-Conference, August, and November Assemblies to discuss and vote on Area 03 business topics, make recommendations for the General Service Conference, approve the operating budget, and conduct elections.
Hosting the Arizona State Convention ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
capacity building
Organizes and hosts the Arizona State Convention annually, funding it through registration fees to maintain a self-supporting model without using group monies. The convention offers various registration options including general admission, banquet, and breakfast buffet.
Maintaining A.A. Archives ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
capacity building
Conducts A.A. Archives workshops, creates portable archives exhibits for display at local A.A. events, and asks groups to complete Group History forms to capture local A.A. history.
Manages and preserves A.A. archival materials ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
direct service
Conducts A.A. Archives workshops and creates portable exhibits for display at local events. Also collects Group History forms from A.A. groups to document and preserve local A.A. history.
Organizes Arizona State Convention for Alcoholics Anonymous ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
direct service
Plans and hosts an annual state convention for Alcoholics Anonymous, with the 2026 event scheduled for July 31 - August 2 in Flagstaff, AZ. The convention offers tiered registration including general admission, banquet, and breakfast options, and is funded entirely through participant fees.
Organizing Conferences and Assemblies ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
capacity building
Organizes the Arizona Area Corrections Conference to improve cooperation between Alcoholics Anonymous and corrections professionals. It also holds Pre-Conference, Post-Conference, August, and November Assemblies to discuss and vote on Area 03 business topics, approve budgets, and hold elections.
Organizing and Hosting AA Meetings and Conventions ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
direct service
Provides access to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings across Arizona, including dates, times, and locations for in-person and online meetings, and organizes the annual Arizona State Convention.
Processes financial contributions for A.A. operations ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
direct service
Accepts group contributions via mail to a designated address in Tucson, AZ, and facilitates online donations through PayPal, allowing payments by credit or debit card without requiring a PayPal account.
Provides peer support and sponsorship coordination ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
direct service
Offers person-to-person services and facilitates sponsorship connections for alcoholics seeking recovery support through local A.A. groups.
Receiving Contributions ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
capacity building
Accepts group contributions via mail and online through PayPal, allowing payments via credit or bank debit card without requiring a PayPal account.
Supporting AA in Correctional Facilities ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
direct service
Organizes the Arizona Area Corrections Conference to improve cooperation between Alcoholics Anonymous and corrections professionals and serves on the 2026 Conference Committee on Corrections to deliver recovery messages to incarcerated individuals.
Supports A.A. recovery outreach in correctional settings ARIZONA AREA COMMITTEE OF
direct service
Organizes the Arizona Area Corrections Conference and serves on the 2026 Conference Committee on Corrections to strengthen collaboration between A.A. and corrections professionals, delivering recovery messages to incarcerated individuals.