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NECYPAA’S PURPOSE

The Northeast Convention of Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous (NECYPAA) was established in 1989 by an Advisory Council to organize an annual conference for young people in recovery within Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). NECYPAA plays a crucial role in spreading AA’s message throughout the Northeast states, providing a platform for young AA members to come together, share their experiences, and support each other. While the focus is on young people, individuals of all ages are welcome to attend NECYPAA conferences. It’s important for non-alcoholics attending to respect the anonymity of all AA members present.

BASICS OF A.A.

“Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of people who come together to solve their drinking problem. It doesn’t cost anything to attend A.A. meetings. There are no age or education requirements to participate. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about their drinking problem. A.A.’s primary purpose is to help alcoholics to achieve sobriety.”
From Alcoholics Anonymous© website aa.or g

NECYPAA EXPANSION

We on NECYPAA Advisory are excited to share with you all that we will be expanding the region encompassed from exclusively New England to the Northeast region. This will expand our community beyond our current New England states (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island). The areas we will be adding are New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, and Washington DC. As of this year (2025) we will be considering bids from New England and beyond.

This decision was discussed at length and explored in depth by an Ad-Hoc committee, and we do not take this decision lightly. We look forward to serving the wider YPAA community and hopefully helping YPAA (and especially NECYPAA) reach more alcoholics across the Northeast.

Thank you all for allowing us to be of service and we look forward to hearing from you with any questions. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us, especially if you’re interested in getting a bid together!

In love and service,
NECYPAA Advisory

P.S. We’re keeping the acronym the same, don’t worry!

Our values

Our Core Values

Community

We believe in fostering a strong sense of community and support among young individuals in AA.

Message

We carry the message of experience, strength, and hope as members of Alcoholics Anonymous.

Inclusivity

We embrace diversity and ensure an inclusive environment for all young individuals in AA.

Discover How YOU CAN

Bid for Next NECYPAA

SEE HOW TO BID FOR NECYPAA

Why bid for NECYPAA

Carry the Message of Hope to your area

Necypaa helps to carry AA’s message throughout the Northeast states and provides an opportunity for young AA members from all over the Northeast and beyond to come together and share their experience, strength, and hope

Advisory Guidance

Advisory guidance and support to assist in organizing a successful AA events and conference.

Resource Hub

Benefit from our resource hub, which includes bid submission guidelines, past host committee lists, and more.

Fellowship Opportunities

Forge valuable connections and expand your fellowship through service work, connecting you with young individuals in AA.