This Thursday-evening meeting at the Church of St Joseph, 15 Lamb's Passage off Bunhill Row, is aimed at LGBTQ+ newcomers to Alcoholics Anonymous, offering a first point of contact for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer people who want to stop drinking. It starts at 7pm and lasts an hour. Although the focus is LGBTQ+, it is an open meeting, so nobody is turned away; friends, family, allies and professionals may attend too. As everywhere in AA, the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking, there is no cost and no need to book. Wheelchair access has not been confirmed for this venue, so check ahead if it matters for your visit.
Do I have to be LGBTQ+ to attend this meeting?
No. The meeting is aimed at LGBTQ+ newcomers, but it is registered as an open meeting, so anyone may attend, including friends, family and professionals.
Is it free, and does anything need arranging beforehand?
It is free and nothing needs arranging. There is no booking or referral; just arrive at 15 Lamb's Passage, off Bunhill Row, for 7pm on Thursday.
I'm brand new to AA. Is this a good first meeting?
It is designed with newcomers in mind, particularly LGBTQ+ newcomers. You can simply listen; nobody will make you speak, and the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.
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