Want to get involved?
LASCYPAA (Louisiana State Conference of Young People in AA) brings together young people in recovery from across the state to share experience, strength, and hope through fellowship and service. Getting involved is a great way to grow in your recovery, meet new people, and help carry the message to others who need it most.
What is LASCYPAA
The Louisiana State Conference of Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous (LASCYPAA) is an annual statewide gathering that unites young people—and the young at heart—who are part of or interested in Alcoholics Anonymous. Rooted in AA’s 12 Steps, 12 Traditions, and 12 Concepts of World Service, LASCYPAA exists to carry the message of recovery to the still-suffering alcoholic, with a special focus on creating a welcoming and relatable space for younger members of the fellowship.
Each year, the conference brings together hundreds of attendees for a weekend filled with speaker meetings, workshops, panels, and fellowship events designed to inspire connection and growth in sobriety. Through these experiences, participants share their stories, strength, and hope while discovering that recovery and service can be both meaningful and fun.
Beyond the weekend itself, LASCYPAA serves as a bridge—helping younger members become more involved in AA service at the local, area, and general levels. The conference also gives back to the communities and districts that host it, continuing the AA tradition of service and unity across Louisiana.
Basics of AA
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a worldwide fellowship of individuals who share a common desire—to stop drinking and help others achieve sobriety. It is not a religious organization, but a spiritual program of recovery that is based on honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking.
AA was founded in 1935 and has helped millions of people recover from alcoholism through its simple yet powerful program, known as the Twelve Steps. These steps provide a practical framework for personal growth, self-examination, and spiritual development.
At the heart of AA is fellowship—the idea that people who have struggled with alcoholism can best help one another by sharing their experiences, strength, and hope. Meetings provide a safe and supportive environment where members can speak openly about their journey, free from judgment or stigma.
AA has no dues or fees; it is fully self-supporting through member contributions. The program places strong emphasis on anonymity, ensuring that what is shared within meetings stays confidential. Through service, community, and the Twelve Steps, AA offers a path to freedom from alcohol and a life rooted in connection, humility, and purpose.
