FAQs
EACYPAA brings the newcomer into the mainstream of A.A. Recovery, Unity, and Service through the 12 Steps, 12 Traditions and 12 Concepts for World Service of Alcoholics Anonymous, carrying A.A.'s message to the suffering alcoholic. YPG's are in no way separate from A.A. as a whole. Members of EACYPAA are involved in and are committed to all levels of A.A. service, from the group level to the General Service Conference, and at every level in between. Newcomers are shown by people their own age that using A.A. principles in their daily lives, and getting involved in the A.A. service structure can lead to a lasting and comfortable sobriety.
What happens at the convention?
There are meetings around the clock, a banquet on Saturday night and various events throughout the weekend. The convention is a chance to meet sober people throughout the region and to establish lifelong friends and engage in fellowship.
It's called a young people's convention. Are there any age restrictions?
No. Everyone is welcome. We define "young people" as anyone who still has room to grow. Alcoholics Anonymous has no age barriers.
What are meetings like?
There are Step, Tradition, and speaker meetings as well as open discussion meetings. We also have panel discussions where members share their experience on specific issues of sobriety. After the Saturday night banquet, a speaker tells his or her story. All meetings are open to registered convention attendees.
Are the meetings the main purpose of the convention?
Although the style or form of the program may not matter as much as the feeling and sprit that is present in the meetings, they give us the opportunity to come together and share out experience, strength and hope with each other. Meetings bring a sense of unity to the convention and in this atmosphere we find the fellowship, warmth, laughter and understanding we crave.
How can I get more information on this year's convention?
The Advisory Council can send you registration forms and flyers. Mail your request to the EACYPAA Advisory Council or contact us through the website. Email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it