2025 Topic #001 – AA Recovery Journal

Topic #001/2025 Approval and publication of an AA Recovery Journal

What do you want Conference to do?

That the General Service Conference approve the development, publication, and sale of a Conference-approved AA Recovery Journal, to include themed sections on Step work, gratitude, personal reflection, and meeting notes, as well as daily quotes from Conference-approved literature. We propose that a Working Group be formed to develop the journal in collaboration with the General Service Office, with the initial launch taking place at the National Convention.

What issue does this proposal address?

There is currently no Conference-approved daily recovery journal available in Australia. While AA offers a wide range of books, pamphlets, and workbooks, members have expressed a need for a structured journal aligned with AA’s message and spiritual principles. Many members already use journals informally; a Conferenceapproved version would offer spiritual consistency, encourage engagement with the program, and fill this gap in the literature.

Background information that supports this proposal

A survey of AA members (89 responses) showed strong demand for a structured recovery journal. Key findings include:

• 85% of respondents expressed interest in an AA Recovery Journal.
•  80% preferred it include daily quotes from Conference-approved literature.
• 90% were willing to pay around $20 for the resource.
•  88% supported it being a Conference-approved tool.

The success of similar resources in other fellowships (e.g. NA’s Just for Today Journal) further supports the viability of this initiative. These journals have sold consistently online and at conventions, reinforcing the model’s appeal.

See appendix for complete survey results.

How will this proposal benefit the fellowship or the still suffering alcoholic? 

The Recovery Journal will:

• Provide members with a daily tool for reflection, recovery, and spiritual growth.
• Support newcomers and sponsors by offering structure and encouragement.See supporting material pages 6 – 10 on the 2025 Conference Topics PDF Document