“The work done by A.A. volunteers has a profound impact on the persons behind the wall fortunate enough to hear the volunteers speak, as well as those, such as myself, charged with helping them prepare to re-enter society.”
Note
In 1977 the General Service Office formed a committee to carry the message of Alcoholics Anonymous to the alcoholic who is confined in our correctional facilities. The activities of this committee are based on and governed by the 12 Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous.
We cooperate with the administration of correctional facilities but are not affiliated with them.
Service Work Behind the Walls
Our District carries the message of Alcoholics Anonymous into local correctional facilities through regular meetings and service work. AA meetings are currently held at eight correctional facilities in our area—five prisons and three jails.
Through the efforts of volunteers and local AA groups, members are able to bring the message of recovery to individuals who may not otherwise have access to an AA meeting. This service provides an opportunity for those inside to learn about the AA program, share their experience with others, and find a path toward recovery.
This work is made possible by AA members who volunteer their time to carry the message into these facilities and support the meetings on an ongoing basis.
Prisons
| Facility Name | Location | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Neuse Corrections | Goldsboro | Monday (Weekly) |
| Maury Maximum Security | Maury | |
| Greene Corrections | Maury | |
| Eastern Corrections | Maury | |
| Craven Corrections | Vanceboro | |
| Pamlico Corrections | Bayboro |
Jails
| Facility Name | Location | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Pitt County Detention Center | Greenville | |
| Beaufort County Detention Center | Washington | |
| Wayne County Dentention Center | Goldsboro |
Want to Get Involved?
Carrying the message to behind the walls of a correctional facility comes with a few prerequisites. Please read the following carefully if participating in meetings is something you are interested in.
1. Sobriety Recommendations
- 1 year of continuous sobriety
- Have been through all 12 Steps
- Have a sponsor and a home group
- Coordinate with the District Corrections Coordinator
2. Facility Requirements
- Each facility has unique requirements.
- You must complete an in-person PREA Training course for each facility.
- Global facility requirements:
- You must not currently be on probation.
- You must not have any outstanding tickets or fines.
- You must not have any outstanding warrants (either pending or active)
- Dress Code:
- Long pants
- Closed toe shoes
- All personal belongings should be left in your vehicle (No metal, no cell phone, etc)